Production Supervisor Nights

PrepWorld; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream access

Free parking on site

Staff restaurant

Career progression

Job summary

PrepWorld is seeking a proactive Production Supervisor (Days) to lead and develop Area Team Leaders in our Northfleet facility. You will drive safety, quality, and efficiency, ensuring daily production targets are met and that all paperwork is completed accurately.

The role focuses on hands‑on leadership in a fast‑paced environment with opportunities to influence continuous improvement and career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing teams in a fast paced environment.
• Strong understanding of GMP/QA processes and production documentation.
• Ability to drive performance, coaching, and development of Area Team Leaders.

Responsibilities

• Train and develop Area Team Leaders to high performance.
• Act as first point of contact for your production area and ensure coverage.
• Lead by example, enforcing company policies and procedures.
• Attend continuous improvement meetings and support handovers.

Skills

Team leadership

Production supervision

Continuous improvement

Safety adherence

Job description

• Location: Northfleet, Kent, United Kingdom

PrepWorld – Food Manufacturing

PrepWorld is looking for a proactive and hands‑on Production Supervisor (Days) to support our growing food manufacturing operation. You will play a key role in leading and developing our Area Team Leaders, maintaining high operational standards, and ensuring all production paperwork and processes are completed accurately.

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

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Train, guide, and support Area Team Leaders to ensure strong performance and development.
• Act as the first point of contact for your designated production area.
• Lead by example, promoting and enforcing all company policies and procedures.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all facilities and equipment are used safely, maintaining a secure working environment.
• Uphold product safety, legality, and quality standards, ensuring CCPs are followed.
• Maintain excellent GMP standards and promote a “clean as you go” culture.
• Monitor and challenge performance in efficiency, waste, H&S, and compliance.

People Management

• Oversee production staff within one facility, ensuring effective labour planning.
• Drive efficient labour usage, proactively managing staffing levels and skills gaps.
• Ensure Time & Attendance (T&A) system data is updated daily and accurately reflects worked hours.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Attend daily and weekly meetings with the Shift Manager to review performance, identify issues, and propose preventative actions.
• Liaise with the Senior Supervisor to achieve production targets and deliver thorough end‑of‑shift handovers.
• Participate in taste panels and encourage reporting teams to do the same.
• Deputise for the Senior Supervisor when required.

Working Conditions

• Role involves routine manual handling.
• Regular work in cold storage environments.
• Must remain alert when working near PPTs and moving machinery.

What We Provide

• Stream access – track earnings and instantly access up to 50% of pay as it’s earned.
• Free on‑site parking, including electric vehicle charging points.
• Regular staff events and a supportive work culture.
• Staff restaurant with heavily subsidised hot and cold meals.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.

Working Pattern

Dependent on experience, with a starting hourly rate of:
£15.41– £17.82 per hour -Plus an additional £0.50 night shift allowance.