OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Avril; Goole; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in vegetable oils is seeking an Operations Supervisor for its Goole sites. The role involves leading a team to meet production targets, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and driving quality improvements. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in FMCG manufacturing, strong leadership, and organizational skills. Join a company that values personal development and balanced work-life.

Benefits

Attractive salary and leave scheme

Birthday leave day after probation

Staff oil allowance

Options for bicycle lease plans

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or team leader role in production.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team to meet production targets.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety.
• Manage workflow and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Experience in FMCG manufacturing

Food Hygiene level 2

IOSH Working Safely

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for an:

Operations Supervisor

at Goole Sites

Permanent Contract

Work in your element

At Oleon, we bring you natural chemistry. Ambitious, with both feet on the ground. That's who we are and that's how we will continue to grow. Our specialty lies in converting natural fats and oils into a wide range of oleochemical products. We offer them in a large variety of markets such as: cosmetics, nutrition, crop protection, industrial ingredients, lubricants, oilfield, coatings, detergents, and many more.

Oleon has over 1,000 employees worldwide in 10 different countries. Enthusiastic people who are completely in their element here at Oleon are more than welcome to join our team.

Ready to lead, motivate, and make a difference?

We are looking for an experienced and driven Operations Supervisor to join our team in Goole. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, hitting production KPIs, maintaining the highest safety and quality standards, and supporting a motivated, high-performing team.

The Job

As an Operations Supervisor, you will:

• Lead and supervise a team to deliver against daily production and performance targets.
• Champion health & safety, ensuring full compliance and a safe working environment.
• Maintain operational efficiency by managing downtime, stock, and workflow.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to drive quality and reduce waste.
• Liaise with other departments including Technical, Quality, and H&S.
• Deputise for the Operations Manager as required.

Please note this role will work across both of our Goole sites, so a driving licence is required.

This role is a Monday to Friday, 40hrs over two shifts (6am-2pm or 11am-7pm), flexibility to support the operational requirements is essential in this role.

What's in it for you?
You will join a company with ambitious goals and a welcoming atmosphere. Both your personal development and work-life balance are equally important to us. You can expect an attractive salary and leave scheme, along with numerous benefits such as Birthday leave day after probation, staff oil allowance, and options for bicycle lease plans.

Who are we looking for?

We’re after someone with strong leadership skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Essential:

• Experience of working in an FMCG manufacturing company.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Sound understanding of health & safety regulations and operational best practices.
• Strong organisational, communication, and team management skills.
• Competent using operational systems (e.g. ERP, stock management) and Microsoft Office.
• A hands-on, can-do attitude with a focus on quality and results.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, able to multi task and thrives at achieving results.
• Food Hygiene level 2 and IOSH working safely.

Desirable:

• Formal supervisory or management training (e.g. ILM, NVQ).
• IOSH Managing safely or equivalent H&S qualification.
• Experience in CI/Lean practices and working in a regulated environment (e.g. food, FMCG, logistics).

Oleon is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces all forms of diversity. We ensure equal opportunities in our recruitment and integration processes and ensure that you can be yourself in our professional environment.

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Oleon is a business unit of Avril, the industrial and financial leader in the French vegetable oil and protein sector.

Avril is present in consumer food, animal nutrition and expertise, renewable energy and chemistry, with a recorded revenue of 7,7 billion euro across 18 countries in 2024. The Group focuses its growth on a unique value-sharing model.

Avril and its 8,400 employees, driven by its purpose, "Serving the Earth", are committed to addressing climate change and population growth challenges.

Joining Avril means choosing to work in a company that harmoniously brings together performance and responsibility, innovation and humbleness, the group and individuals. Avril: there is another way.

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