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Production Supervisor

Pioneer Selection Ltd

Middlesbrough

On-site

GBP 31,000 - 33,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor in Middlesbrough. You will manage daily production and lead a team in a modern facility, ensuring exceptional quality and compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates have experience in food manufacturing and strong leadership abilities. The role offers a salary of £31,000–£33,000 and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

28 days holiday
Company pension
On-site canteen
Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

  • Experience in food manufacturing, particularly in chilled or frozen production.
  • Proven leadership and people management abilities.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily production and lead a team of Line Leaders and Production Operatives.
  • Oversee staffing rotas and ensure compliance with BRC standards.
  • Support senior management with audits and reporting.

Skills

Leadership
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Knowledge of BRC and GMP
Operational systems
Food safety compliance

Job description

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Production Supervisor
Middlesbrough
Full-time | Mon–Fri | Days | £31,000–£33,000 + Benefits

Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing food manufacturers producing over 120,000 sandwiches a day!

We’re looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team within a modern, high-care food production facility in Middlesbrough. With state-of-the-art equipment and a strong operational team already in place, this is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader ready to step into a key role.

About the Role:
You’ll be working in a dedicated unit focused on frozen products – including paninis, toasties, and ciabattas. The facility uses advanced semi-automated lines and cutting-edge machinery such as flow wrappers, ultrasonic cutters, and air compressors. Your mission: keep operations running smoothly, minimise downtime, and maintain exceptional product quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage daily production and lead a team of Line Leaders and Production Operatives

Oversee staffing rotas, holidays, and temporary cover in collaboration with Admin

Ensure traceability and food safety compliance to BRC standards

Monitor raw material usage and stock to minimise waste

Deliver training, support inductions, and manage performance

Conduct SIC reviews and handle disciplinary investigations as required

Support senior management with audits, reporting, and GMP improvements

Lead by example in health & safety and operational standards

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in food manufacturing, ideally chilled or frozen production

Proven leadership and people management abilities

Strong organisational and communication skills

Computer literate and confident with operational systems

Knowledge of BRC, GMP, and health & safety protocols

Flexible, dependable, and proactive approach

What’s in it for You:

Working hours: Mon–Fri, Days (40 hrs/week)

Holiday: 28 days

Company pension

On-site canteen

Career growth in a well-established and modern food production business

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