Process Supporter - Paint

About the role

Lotus Cars builds world‑class, high‑performance sports cars and is looking for a Process Supporter in the Manufacturing Department. The role is based in the Paint Shop at the Hethel plant and involves leading a team of Production Operatives to deliver safe, accurate and on‑time production each cycle.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver effective daily communication on targets and performance, providing feedback to the team.
• Guarantee production capability at each shift by checking parts, processes and tooling.
• Ensure process adherence, optimise for improvement and manage budget through scrap and consumable control.
• Drive skill and team versatility through training, coaching and collaboration.
• Maintain SHE and 5S standards, assist in safety audits and lead investigations.
• Achieve volume targets, implement contingency plans during stoppages and lead SOS meetings.

Required profile

• Strong leadership and engagement skills with the ability to lead a cross‑functional team.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Methodical, structured decision‑making and good problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding of cost and budget management.
• Effective time management and prioritisation.

What we offer

• 25 vacation days plus up to 2 additional days for length of service.
• Private healthcare.
• Access to a company bonus scheme (non‑contractual).