Production Supervisor - Food/ FMCG

Russell Taylor Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in a vibrant food manufacturing environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence, maintaining high standards of health and safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. With a hands-on approach, you will manage production schedules and foster a culture of collaboration and performance. This position offers opportunities for career growth within a thriving business, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about the food industry.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Free Onsite Parking

Opportunities for Overtime

Ongoing Training and Development

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience in food/FMCG manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with automated processing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach team members to foster continuous improvement.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and product quality.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Food Safety Knowledge

Health & Safety Procedures

Automated Processing Systems

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

Production Reporting Systems

Job description

Production Supervisor - Food/FMCG

Salary: £38,000 per year

Location: Peterborough

Industry: Food Manufacturing

Shift Type: Rotating Days & Nights (Sunday to Friday)

Overview:

We are looking for a Production Supervisor to join a thriving food manufacturing business in Peterborough. This role involves leading a production team to achieve operational targets, ensuring high standards of health & safety, food quality, and continuous improvement. It offers a hands-on environment where strong leadership, communication skills, and experience with automated liquid processing systems will be key to success. You'll work closely with other supervisors on a rotating pattern, helping to drive the site's performance and culture forward.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and coach team members to encourage a culture of continuous improvement.
2. Maintain high standards of food safety, health & safety, and product quality at all times.
3. Manage daily production schedules, team allocation, and work rotations to ensure performance targets are met.
4. Actively support and participate in site audits and ensure compliance with all operational systems.
5. Communicate business goals clearly to team members and monitor individual and team performance.
6. Record and control waste levels and implement measures to reduce waste.
7. Update and maintain all relevant systems of work and ensure they are adhered to.
8. Collaborate with other departments and be flexible in supporting different areas as needed.
9. Measure and report key performance indicators, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Required Attributes:

1. Proven leadership experience within a food/FMCG manufacturing environment (2 years+).
2. Experience leading and coaching.
3. Knowledge of food safety and health & safety procedures.
4. Hands-on experience with automated processing systems preferred.
5. Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
6. Computer literate and comfortable with production reporting systems.
7. Ability to work flexible shifts, including days and nights.

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunities for overtime
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business

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