Portioning Lead — Production Supervisor (Food)

Sysco Corp.; Osmaston CP; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax Meadow is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our Portion department, deliver high quality products, maximise yield, reduce waste and develop a high-performing team. This is a hands-on role where your leadership will have a visible impact on operational results.

You will work Monday to Friday, 16:00–01:00, supervising production lines, driving continuous improvement and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in food manufacturing.
• Experience in chilled food production is advantageous.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 16:00–01:00.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the production team.
• Drive yield performance and minimise giveaway and waste.
• Monitor productivity, quality and performance throughout the shift.
• Promote strong food safety, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Organise people and resources to meet output and quality targets.
• Identify and deliver continuous improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with the Production Manager to achieve excellent results.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Food safety awareness

Production line management

Education

Food Hygiene Level 3

Health and Safety training

Tools

Marel portioning equipment

Job description

Fairfax Meadow is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our Portion department, deliver high quality products, maximise yield, reduce waste and develop a high-performing team. This is a hands-on role where your leadership will have a visible impact on operational results.

You will work Monday to Friday, 16:00–01:00, supervising production lines, driving continuous improvement and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.