Production Supervisor

Gousto; Warrington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gousto in Warrington is seeking Production Supervisors to lead on-shift teams and deliver Gousto boxes to customers on time, every time. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will supervise Section and Team Leaders, drive safe working practices, and partner with other shifts to maintain smooth operation.

The role requires strong leadership, planning and KPI focus, with a hands-on approach to using our warehouse systems and pick-by-light technology.

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing or packaging teams.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Track record of operational excellence and safety.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities.
• Experience using data, dashboards or systems to drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire shift teams of Section and Team Leaders.
• Uphold safety and GMP standards on shift.
• Ensure on-time Gousto box deliveries and accuracy.
• Manage stock flow and warehouse processes.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Organisational skills

Communication

KPI management

Data-driven

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Pick-by-Light

Job description

Here at Gousto, we are on a mission to become the UK's most loved way to eat dinner, and for every meal to leave the planet better off. Gousto is changing how people shop, cook and eat food at home. It’s an incredibly exciting time to join our team - and we’re a friendly bunch!

We’re proud to be one of the fastest-growing companies in the UK. Powered by data and a love of food, we’re a recipe box company that’s disrupting the sector, and we’re passionate about our diverse team and our customers.

All of our people are responsible for the success of Gousto, and we’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment for all to thrive. Our guiding values - Dream, Deliver and Care - show our commitment to innovation, our ambition to hit goals at speed, and our deep respect for the people we work with.

Job Description

Location: Warrington
Role:ProductionSupervisor

Employment Type: Permanent

Shifts: 4 on 4 off 6am-6pm/6pm-6am. We have multiple roles available across a variety of shifts

We have an exciting opportunities in the form of Production Supervisors here at Gousto. Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll lead a team of Section and Team Leaders on shift to deliver the perfect Gousto box to every customer, on time, every time.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and Inspire your team - You’ll support with the running of the shift alongside the management team, leading energising team briefs, building an inclusive and motivating culture, and coaching your Section and Team Leaders to be their best. You’ll also support key people processes such as recruitment, performance conversations and investigations
• Champion Safety and Wellbeing - Just like running a store or venue, safety is non-negotiable. You’ll make sure everyone follows safe working practices and that our teams feel supported throughout the night.
• Drive Operational excellence - You’ll keep the operation running smoothly by ensuring food safety (GMP) standards are met and equipment checks are carried out. Our pick-by-light automation and warehouse systems are straightforward to learn, we’ll train you to use them with confidence.
• Hit the targets that matter - Much like managing store KPIs, you’ll focus on delivering against our key metrics including OTIF, Stock management and Efficient labour and picking performance. You will use data and systems to identify improvements and support your team to deliver excellence.
• Own Stock Flow - You’ll oversee all stock movements throughout the shift, both physically and within our Warehouse Management System, making sure everything is accurate and accounted for.

Who you Are:

• Excellent people leadership & managementskills with a passion for coaching and developing
• Strong organisational skills, able to plan ahead and adapt quickly
• Role model and demonstrates operational excellence & best practice
• A forward-thinking, solutions-focused mindset
• Brilliant communication, able to engage teams and deliver clear, motivating briefs
• KPI and performance management experience — you know how to get results through people
• Comfortable using systems, data or dashboards (we’ll train you on ours)

Additional Information

Whether it’s creating diversity in our recipes or building new teams, we care about our people and the opportunities they have at Gousto. Across our business we lead with inclusivity and strive for equality in all we do; working hard to ensure Gousto is an environment where you can be totally yourself.

Everyone is welcome and we’re looking for applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

If you have a disability that you’re worried will affect you during the interview process, please let us know and we will do our best to help you feel comfortable.