Assistant Production Manager. Job in Croydon Education & Training Jobs

Alchemy Global Talent Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh fruit delivery company in the UK is looking for a Production Supervisor to manage operations at their Croydon hub. You'll lead production lines, ensure compliance with high-quality and Health & Safety standards, and train new staff. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in food manufacturing and solid leadership skills. This position requires a proactive mindset and the ability to work permanent night shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in fresh produce or food manufacturing.
• 1-2 years' experience in a supervisory or team leader position.
• Willingness to work permanent night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise production lines to maximise efficiency.
• Oversee daily quality control and liaise with managers.
• Train and onboard new production staff.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Numerical skills

Job description

An excellent opportunity to step into a managerial role within one of the UK's leading fresh fruit delivery companies. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you'll oversee the daily production operations at their Croydon hub, ensuring all products are prepared to high-quality standards. You'll lead the production lines, ensuring efficiency, compliance with Health & Safety standards, and alignment with internal procedures. Line Leaders from each production line will report to you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise production lines to maximise efficiency while maintaining product quality and packing standards.
• Oversee daily quality control, working closely with Line Leaders and liaising with the Production and Quality Managers on any issues.
• Train and onboard new production staff on fruit selection, packing, and company standards.
• Monitor product counts throughout each shift and ensure volumes meet demand, including management of High Risk products when applicable.
• Coordinate with the Load Controller and Line Leaders to ensure correct product separation, labelling, and control.
• Report any product quality issues or discrepancies to the Quality Manager.
• Track and report missing or returned baskets and manage any leftover stock.
• Supervise night shift staff, monitoring attendance, break times, and performance.
• Conduct weekly meetings with Line Leaders to review targets, issues, and improvements.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily paperwork and production reports.
• Support the Production Manager with ad-hoc tasks and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in fresh produce or food manufacturing.
• 1-2 years' experience in a supervisory or team leader position.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Proven leadership ability with a hands‑on approach.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong numerical and reporting skills.
• Proactive and improvement‑focused mindset.
• Energetic, reliable, and self‑motivated.
• Full driving licence (able to drive a 2.5 tonne van such as a Ford Transit).
• Willingness to work permanent night shifts.

The working hours are 42 hours per week;

Sunday 11pm - 8am

Monday 11pm - 8am

Tuesday 11pm - 7am

Wednesday 11pm - 7am

Thursday 11pm - 7am