Production Supervisor

Sysco; 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 has been putting great meat on the menu for over 50 years. We are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our Portion department, deliver outstanding product quality, 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.

What you will be doing

• 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

Requirements

• Previous supervisory experience in food manufacturing or food production
• Experience in chilled food production is highly advantageous
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A passion for quality, yield and continuous improvement
• A calm, structured approach with strong attention to detail
• Marel or TVI portioning equipment experience is beneficial; training can be provided
• Food Hygiene Level 3 and Health and Safety training are desirable
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 16:00‑01:00

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