Production Supervisor

PrepWorld; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

EV charging points

Staff restaurant

Regular staff events

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

PrepWorld is seeking a proactive Production Supervisor to lead a fast-moving food manufacturing operation in Northfleet, UK. You will develop Area Team Leaders, promote GMP, safety, and quality, and drive efficient production performance during night shifts.

You will manage staff, monitor labour utilisation, ensure accurate T&A records, and lead continuous improvement initiatives while upholding company policies and a robust safety culture.

Qualifications

• Experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong people-management and coaching skills.
• Commitment to GMP, safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Train, mentor, and support Area Team Leaders to drive team performance.
• Act as the first point of contact for the designated production area.
• Lead by example and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Ensure safety, quality & compliance across production areas.
• Attend daily/weekly meetings with supervision to review performance.

Job description

PrepWorld is seeking a proactive and hands‑on Production Supervisorto support our expanding food manufacturing operations. In this key leadership role, you will develop and guide Area Team Leaders, uphold high operational and safety standards, and ensure all production documentation and processes are completed accurately.

This is an ideal opportunity for a confident, people‑focused leader who thrives in a fast‑moving environment and is committed to delivering safe, high‑quality, and efficient production performance.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Train, mentor, and support Area Team Leaders to drive strong team performance.
• Act as the first point of contact for your designated production area.
• Lead by example and consistently enforce company policies and procedures.
• Safety, Quality & Compliance

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure safe use of all facilities and equipment, maintaining a safe working environment for all.
• Safeguard product safety, legality, and quality standards, ensuring CCPs are fully adhered to.
• Maintain excellent GMP standards and promote a “clean as you go” culture across production areas.
• Monitor and challenge performance in efficiency, waste, H&S, and overall compliance.

People & Workforce Management

• Manage production staff across the facility during night operations.
• Ensure efficient use of labour to achieve business targets, identifying skills gaps where needed.
• Ensure the Time & Attendance (T&A) system is updated daily with accurate recorded hours.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement
• Attend daily and weekly meetings with the Shift Manager to review performance, identify issues, and propose preventative measures.
• Liaise daily with the Senior Supervisor on production targets and deliver effective end‑of‑shift handovers.
• Participate in taste panels and encourage your reporting teams to engage.
• Deputise for the Senior Supervisor during absences.

Working Conditions

• Regular manual handling as part of daily duties.
• Frequent work in cold storage environments.
• Must maintain an alert and safety‑focused mindset when working near PPTs and moving machinery

What We Provide

• Stream – track your earnings and access up to 50% of your pay as you earn it.
• Free on‑site parking with electric vehicle charging points.
• Regular staff events and a supportive team environment.
• Staff restaurant offering heavily subsidised hot and cold meals.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.