Operations Supervisor

Aspion Search; Coventry; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 on 3 off shift pattern

Full training provided

Progression opportunities

Modern automated operation

Job summary

Aspion Search in Coventry is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage the night shift across a fast-paced FMCG site. You will lead a team of up to 20, monitor performance against KPIs, ensure safety, quality and efficient operations, and partner with Shift Managers to drive continuous improvement.

This role offers full training and clear progression into a supervisory position, with a 3 on/3 off pattern and a salary range of £33,000–£45,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Operations Team Leader or similar.
• 3–5 years in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience in FMCG and food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong leadership, performance management and KPI tracking.
• Experience with stock control and inbound/outbound operations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; SAP experience desired.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day shift performance and meet targets.
• Lead and motivate a team of up to 20.
• Monitor KPIs and shift performance.
• Manage inbound/outbound operations, deliveries and hauliers.
• Handle stock counts, shipping and receiving.
• Prepare shift reports and performance updates.
• Conduct return-to-work meetings and reviews.
• Support disciplinary processes and holiday approvals.
• Maintain health and safety, food safety, hygiene and quality.
• Collaborate with Shift, Site and Production Managers.
• Foster a positive, productive working environment.

Skills

Leadership

People management

KPI monitoring

Tools

SAP

Job description

Night Shift: 3 days on, 3 days off, 6:00 pm – 6:00am

About the Company

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established and successful organisation in the food industry.

The business operates within a fast paced FMCG environment, with a strong focus on food safety, quality, automation and continuous improvement. It’s Coventry site is the largest within its UK operation.

The company has retained its family feel and is known for its long serving employees and staff retention. It continues to invest in its systems, equipment and people, making this an exciting time to join the business.

The Role of the Operations Supervisor

The Operations Supervisor will take responsibility for overseeing the full site operation during the night shift.

This is a varied, hand on position that will involve working closely with the team on the shop floor, monitoring performance and ensuring the operation runs safely and efficiently.

The Operations Supervsior would be an excellent step up for an experienced Operations Team Leader who is ready to take greater ownership of a shift and progress into a supervisory position.

Responsibilities of the Operations Supervisor

• Oversee the day to day performance of the shift and ensure operational targets are achieved
• Lead, support and motivate a team of up to 20 employees
• Monitor shift performance against agreed KPIs
• Ensure productivity targets are met
• Oversee inbound and outbound operations, including deliveries, drivers and hauliers
• Manage stock counts, stock control, shipping and receiving activities
• Complete shift reports and provide accurate performance updates
• Conduct return to work meetings, performance reviews and employee investigations
• Support disciplinary processes, holiday approvals and general people management matters
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, food safety, hygiene and quality
• Monitor operational costs and identify opportunities to improve performance
• Work closely with the Shift Managers, Site Manager and Production Manager
• Help create a positive, productive and accountable working environment

Requirements of the Operations Supervisor

• Previous experience as an Operations Team Leader, Shift Team Leader, Shift Supervisor or similar
• 3-5 year’s experience within a fast-paced operational environment
• Experience within FMCG
• Food manufacturing experience (desired)
• Previous experience leading and managing operational teams
• Confident addressing performance issues and holding performance meetings
• Experience monitoring productivity, shift performance and KPIs
• Understanding of stock counts, stock control and inbound and outbound operations
• Comfortable working with drivers, hauliers and transport providers
• Knowledge of health and safety, food safety and hygiene standards
• Confident completing reports and using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience using SAP or a similar system (desired)
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications (desired)
• A proactive leadership style with the drive to motivate a team and take on new challenges
• Willingness to work hands on and support the team on the shop floor

Benefits of the Operations Supervisor

• Salary of £33,000 – £45,000, dependent on experience and skill set
• 3 on, 3 off shift pattern
• Full training provided alongside experienced Shift Managers
• Clear opportunity for an experienced Team Leader to progress into a supervisory role
• Join a stable and established business with good employee retention
• Work within a modern, automated and continually developing operation
• Ongoing opportunities to develop your operational and people management experience

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.