We specialise in the design and manufacture of high-quality fire detection solutions that protect people from fire in over 100 countries around the world.

At Apollo, we are always on the lookout for passionate people who want to make a difference. We seek talented and motivated individuals who want a rewarding and challenging career within an internationally renowned fire detection company.

Production Supervisor

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Why join us?

Our purpose is simple; to keep people safe from fire every second of every day.

We specialise in the design and manufacture of high-quality fire detection solutions that protect people from fire in over 100 countries around the world.

At Apollo, we are always on the lookout for passionate people who want to make a difference. We seek talented and motivated individuals who want a rewarding and challenging career within an internationally renowned fire detection company.

Company: Apollo

Sector: Safety

Function: Operations

Job Type: Regular / Permanent

Role Type: Full time

Location: Alton, Hampshire

Job Description

If you are someone who demonstrates passion, curiosity, a drive for excellence and an ambition to make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you!

Are you someone who wants to be responsible for a manufacturing team?

Cranford Controls has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Production Supervisor to be part of the leadership team.

Cranford Controls in Alton specialise in the manufacture and supply of audible and visual warning devices along with sounders, beacons and ancillary devices for the fire, security and process control industries. Cranford Controls offers a high level of customer choice and service across a wide spectrum of industries throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and across the world. We are proud to be part of Apollo Fire Detectors Group, which is part of Halma, a global FTSE 50 group of life-saving technology companies.

This is a role that requires a proactive approach to improving manufacturing whilst overseeing production schedule adherence.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the management of Production/Assembly staff, including their training and development. Lean manufacturing techniques are to be applied in all areas to increase efficiency, reduce cost and improve product quality.

This role will require a detailed and critical approach to current work practices and a commitment to observe the company’s strict Health & Safety and Quality Management Systems.

If you are someone who demonstrates passion, curiosity, a drive for excellence and an ambition to make a difference, then we'd love to hear from you!

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Benefits

Apollo Fire Detectors offer a comprehensive compensation package and a wide range of health and wellness benefits.
*As we are a global company, packages can differ depending on the area/role

Work-life Balance

Flexi start and finish times, 1pm finish on a Friday available. Optional 9-day fortnight, 50/50 WFH *suitable for most UK indirect roles

Paternal Leave

14 weeks of paid parental leave (new parents) and phased return to work for those parents who take extended leave *available to all staff

Enhanced Pension

Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 10.5% (subject to conditions) *available to all UK staff

EV Scheme

Salary sacrifice car lease plan (Electric/Hybrid) and free electric car charging *available to all UK staff

Health and Wellbeing

Health cash plan, 24/7 support Healthline, in-house Occupational Health, comprehensive menopause package *available to all UK staff

Plus many more…

Apollo Fire Detector

Why work for Apollo?

With locations in Havant, and Alton on the UK ​South Coast, we operate through regional ​offices in the UK and Germany that support our network of partners and distributors on ​all five continents.

A Candidate Overview

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Success Story

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