Production Shift Supervisor

Airport Placements; Harlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18% shift pay

258 hours holiday inclusive of bank "+

BUPA healthcare on successful 3-month"

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Rotating AM & PM shifts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

HR GO Group in Harlow is seeking a hands-on Production Shift Supervisor to lead a busy FMCG operation on the shop floor. You will drive safe, efficient performance to hit daily production targets and KPIs while developing the team.

You will manage a 12-strong shift, coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Warehouse and Planning to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisory/team leader experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG preferred).
• Strong people skills: coaching, development and performance management.
• Confident driving targets/KPIs in a fast-paced shopfloor setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support a team of 12 operators on shift.
• Deliver the production plan and respond quickly to downtime or performance issues.
• Coach and develop team members, addressing underperformance fairly and consistently.
• Maintain high standards across Health & Safety, quality, hygiene and housekeeping.
• Complete clear shift handovers and ensure accurate production/quality records.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Warehouse and Planning to resolve issues and improve performance.

Skills

Supervisory/Team leadership

People management

KPI targets

Communication

Health & Safety

Job description

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Production Shift Supervisor

Job Reference: FJ-f8f23

Manufacturing and Production Harlow, Essex £30000 - £35000 per annum

Benefits: 18% shift pay Permanent

Production Shift Supervisor (FMCG)

£30000 - £35000

Harlow

Rotating AM & PM

About the role

We're recruiting a hands‑on Shift Supervisor to lead a busy manufacturing operation in Harlow. You'll be visible on the shopfloor, developing your team and driving safe, efficient performance to hit daily production targets and KPIs.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support a team of 12 operators on shift
• Deliver the production plan and respond quickly to downtime or performance issues
• Coach and develop team members, addressing underperformance fairly and consistently
• Maintain high standards across Health & Safety, quality, hygiene and housekeeping
• Complete clear shift handovers and ensure accurate production/quality records
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Warehouse and Planning to resolve issues and improve performance

What we're looking for

• Supervisory/team leader experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG preferred)
• Strong people skills: coaching, development and performance management
• Confident driving targets/KPIs in a fast‑paced shopfloor setting
• Good communication and decision‑making skills
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety requirements

Benefits

• 18% shift pay
• 258 hours holiday inclusive of bank holidays (holiday year Jan-Dec)
• BUPA healthcare on successful completion of 3-month probation
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Rotating AM & PM shifts
• Cycle to Work Scheme