Production Supervisor

IPS; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS is seeking a Production Supervisor for their Haverhill site to manage production lines and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. The role involves leading production teams, planning resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Annual leave – competitive entitlement

Pension scheme – 4% employee and 4% employer contributions

Life assurance – twice your annual salary

Wellness support through Employee Assistance Programme

Eye care vouchers with free eye tests and discounts

Reward & recognition programs

Discounts at over 50 retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in a production environment (preferably food or packing).
• Experience in warehousing operations.
• Experience with customer, BRC, and ISO audits.
• Experience working with packaging machinery.

Responsibilities

• Manage production lines and labour to meet planned volume and commercial targets.
• Lead the implementation of the Operational Strategy.
• Ensure compliance with Company and Legal requirements of H&S and Quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Company Description

IPS (Part of the Culina Group) works with some of the best known brands and provides cost-effective and innovative co-packing, co-filling, and co-manufacturing solutions within the UK.

We are now recruiting for a talented Production Supervisor to join our team based at IPS Haverhill on a full-time and permanent position.

Shift: Monday-Friday 07:30am-4:00pm.

Salary: £35,000 per annum, rising to £36,000 after successful probation.

Job Description

To manage production lines and labour to meet planned volume and commercial targets in accordance with QA and safety standards. To be a role model for best practices at all times, and provide support to Line Leaders where appropriate.

Production Operations & Customer Service

• Provide leadership for the site production teams.
• Lead the implementation of the Operational Strategy.
• Ensure compliance with Company and Legal requirements of H&S and Quality.
• Liaise with other key departments regarding the production plan and ensure it is met.
• Plan and manage labour resourcing against the production plan to meet customer requirements.
• Communicate, own, target, and deliver production process efficiency targets (e.g., labour and waste).
• Attend customer review meetings when required.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Warehousing, Transport, etc.) to communicate production requirements effectively.
• Utilize available systems to drive continuous improvement in all areas of operations.

Health & Safety

• Conduct risk assessments.
• Participate in health and safety meetings, providing feedback as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

• Liaise with agency controllers and provide feedback regarding agency staff to both the agency and HR.
• Perform other duties within the scope and grade of the post as required.

Colleague Management

• Conduct disciplinary and grievance hearings following company procedures, with guidance from HR.
• Participate in performance reviews, including setting KPIs for controllers and team/line leaders.
• Assist HR and Training managers in developing training and development plans for staff and new hires.
• Coach, support, and mentor colleagues to foster an empowering culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production environment (preferably food or packing).
• Experience in warehousing operations.
• Experience with customer, BRC, and ISO audits.
• Experience working with packaging machinery.

Additional Information

We are committed to making IPS a great place to work. We value diversity and inclusivity, and support employee development and recognition.

Our learning and development programmes are open to all employees, offering opportunities to shape your future within logistics and foster a thriving team culture.

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave – competitive entitlement.
• Pension scheme – 4% employee and 4% employer contributions.
• Life assurance – twice your annual salary.
• Wellness support through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential counselling and legal services.
• Eye care vouchers with free eye tests and discounts on glasses.
• Reward & recognition programs, including Employee of the Month/Year, and long service awards.
• Discounts at over 50 retailers via our benefit platform.

If you meet the requirements and are seeking your next career opportunity, please apply now and join our #WinningTeam!