8160 — Production, factory and assembly supervisors

What this occupation covers

Production, factory and assembly supervisors oversee operations and directly supervise and coordinate the technical and operational work of those carrying out production, manufacturing and assembly roles.

Typical duties

directly supervises and coordinates the activities of production, manufacturing and assembly staff

establishes and monitors work schedules to meet the organisation’s requirements

liaises with managers and other senior staff to resolve operational problems

determines or recommends staffing and other needs to meet the organisation’s requirements

reports as required to managerial staff on work-related matters

Entry routes and qualifications

Academic qualifications may not be required but relevant experience is necessary, and some GCSEs/S grades or an equivalent academic or vocational qualification may be an advantage. Apprenticeships combining practical work experience and technical training are available in some areas.

Sponsorship information

Ineligible. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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