Bakery Production Supervisor – Lead Team, Quality & Safety

Geary's Bakeries Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

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Job summary

Geary's Bakeries Ltd. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead and develop a busy team of Operatives in our Leicestershire bakery.

You will ensure production processes are followed, meet daily plans, and drive quality and efficiency across packaging and bread production. The role requires strong communication, a proactive attitude, resilience, and a commitment to food safety and health & safety standards, with the ability to coordinate with other departments and manage audits.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and customer-facing interaction.
• Commitment to learning and personal development.
• Demonstrated resilience and motivation under pressure.
• Experience working in food manufacturing or bakery environments.
• Solid understanding of Food Safety and Health & Safety practices.
• Experience leading and supporting a team of operatives.
• Flexible approach to working hours and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the production team of Operatives to maintain quality.
• Adhere to daily plan and share daily shift reports with the wider business.
• Meet business KPIs.
• Promote a strong Health and Safety culture.
• Provide training and support to the team.
• Interface with labour agencies and feedback on performance.
• Coordinate with other departments and participate in audits/visits.
• Act as deputy for the Shift Operations Manager when needed.

Skills

Great communication

Willingness to learn

Resilience

Experience in food manufacturing

Food Safety knowledge

Team leadership

Flexible hours

Job description

Geary's Bakeries Ltd. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead and develop a busy team of Operatives in our Leicestershire bakery.

You will ensure production processes are followed, meet daily plans, and drive quality and efficiency across packaging and bread production. The role requires strong communication, a proactive attitude, resilience, and a commitment to food safety and health & safety standards, with the ability to coordinate with other departments and manage audits.