Lead Production Supervisor – Food Manufacturing

Kpi Recruiting Ltd; West Stow; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is recruiting for Production Team Leaders at a food manufacturing facility in Newmarket (CB8). The role carries a salary of up to £32,406.40 per annum, with an early shift pattern (AM shift) from 5:30am to 2:00pm, Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday.

You will lead production operations, ensure safety, quality and team engagement, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing activities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in food manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage performance and drive engagement.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, Food Safety and Hygiene standards.
• Understanding Health & Safety legislation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire production teams to achieve performance goals.
• Foster a positive working culture built on respect and teamwork.
• Manage staff performance and employee engagement across the shift.
• Coordinate labour resources to meet operational requirements.
• Deliver coaching, development and training support to team members.
• Escalate equipment and operational issues to Engineering and Management.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Decision making

Leadership under pressure

Job description

KPI Recruiting Ltd is recruiting for Production Team Leaders at a food manufacturing facility in Newmarket (CB8). The role carries a salary of up to £32,406.40 per annum, with an early shift pattern (AM shift) from 5:30am to 2:00pm, Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday.

You will lead production operations, ensure safety, quality and team engagement, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing activities.