Production Supervisor (6am - 2pm)

Prinova Global; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier in the food and nutrition industry is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production schedules, manage teams, and ensure compliance with quality standards. This full-time role offers personal growth, health benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Personal growth including training and development opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised gym membership

Discretionary bonus

Access to flexible pay with Aslan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience managing a small to medium-sized production team.
• Proven management and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful completion of the production program and adherence to schedules.
• Manage weekly and daily shift plans.
• Ensure compliance with internal and customer audit standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Production Supervisor (6am - 2pm, Monday - Friday)

Full-time, Permanent

Who We Are

Prinova is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions for the food, beverage, and nutrition industries. We have strategic stocks in over 35 centres worldwide, ensuring supply continuity, with manufacturing facilities in the UK, China, and the USA. Our premix business is backed by more than 40 years of experience in sourcing and distributing ingredients, serving customers with global inventories, market expertise, and leading positions in Vitamins, Amino Acids, Sweeteners, Preservatives, Proteins, Aroma Chemicals, and more.

What is a Production Supervisor?

You will collaborate closely with production and warehouse teams and coordinate with the Operations Manager. Your role is to ensure Team Leaders follow the schedule, maintain shift housekeeping, and complete batches correctly.

What’s in it for you?

• Personal growth including training and development opportunities
• Health Cash Plan
• Subsidised gym membership
• Discretionary bonus
• Access to flexible pay with Aslan

What to expect?

• Oversee the successful completion of the production program and adherence to schedules.
• Manage weekly and daily shift plans.
• Ensure compliance with internal and customer audit standards.
• Monitor batch documentation throughout production to ensure accuracy.
• Complete reports and maintain production records.
• Participate in planning and meet KPIs and deadlines efficiently, including daily KPI tracking.
• Attend meetings and participate in projects as required.
• Manage factory opening and closing procedures.
• Ensure SOPs and GMPs are followed by all Production Operatives.
• Control daily production activities and support staff to perform their duties.
• Provide training to operatives and maintain training records.
• Supervise Team Leaders and oversee agency staffing levels.
• Report daily to the Operations Manager.
• Oversee pre-blend processes.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Manage timesheets and coordinate with other departments like Warehouse.
• Complete SIC sheets and record deviations electronically.
• Handle HR activities such as absence management, recruitment, and disciplinary actions.
• Manage holiday and absence records, ensuring policy compliance.
• Lead health, safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

Does this sound like you?

• Minimum 2 years experience managing a small to medium-sized production team.
• Leadership skills with a desire to develop and drive change.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven management and project management experience.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively under tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail under pressure.

Interested? We would love to hear from you!

Submit your CV by clicking apply. For further questions, please contact us for an informal chat at [e-mail].