Warehouse Supervisor

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Marden; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment PLC is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor in Tonbridge to oversee daily warehouse and production operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and high standards. You will lead Line Leaders, coordinate with Planning, Quality Control and Production Management, and maintain smooth site running.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in fast-paced environments, strong leadership, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or managing teams in a warehouse, production, or fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Fluent English.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay calm under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety practices and site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse and production operations.
• Supervise and support Line Leaders and teams.
• Monitor performance against targets and address issues.
• Ensure adequate staffing and assist with resource planning.
• Ensure schedules are followed and deadlines are met.
• Monitor quality to meet customer specifications.
• Enforce Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, GMP and hygiene standards.
• Ensure staff follow site procedures and PPE rules.
• Identify and resolve operational issues; escalate when needed.
• Monitor waste, damage and productivity for improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and Prophet system updates.
• Coordinate with Planning, Warehouse, Quality Control and Production Management.
• Support training, development and performance reviews of staff.
• Lead by example to promote a professional work environment.
• Provide operational cover and support for colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health & Safety

Problem solving

Time management

Job description

WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR

£15.03 per hour during training | £16.47 per hour following successful completion of training

Location: Tonbridge, TN12 9

Hours:06:30 - 18:30 4 days on / 3 days off

Are you an experienced warehouse or production professional with strong leadership skills and the confidence to oversee a busy operation?

We are currently looking for a Warehouse Supervisor to join our team in Tonbridge, taking responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day warehouse and production operations, supporting Line Leaders and ensuring everything runs safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

THE ROLE

As Warehouse Supervisor, you will take responsibility for overseeing the wider warehouse operation, ensuring production lines are running effectively, teams are working efficiently and operational targets are achieved.

You will work closely with Line Leaders, Warehouse, Planning, Quality Control and Production Management to ensure the smooth running of the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the warehouse and production operations.
• Supervise, support and manage Line Leaders, ensuring they are effectively leading their teams.
• Monitor production performance, productivity and operational targets, addressing any issues as they arise.
• Ensure sufficient staffing levels across the operation and support with resource planning where required.
• Ensure production schedules are followed and operational deadlines are achieved.
• Monitor quality standards, ensuring products meet customer specifications and requirements.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, GMP and hygiene throughout the warehouse.
• Ensure all staff follow site procedures, including PPE, clothing, hand washing and safe working practices.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, escalating concerns to management where necessary.
• Monitor waste, damage and productivity, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure accurate completion of paperwork, production records and Prophet system updates.
• Work closely with Planning, Warehouse, Quality Control and Production Management to maintain effective communication.
• Support the training, development and performance management of staff.
• Lead by example, promoting a positive, professional and productive working environment.
• Provide operational cover and support for colleagues when required.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous supervisory or management experience within a warehouse, production or fast-paced operational environment.
• Is confident overseeing teams and managing Line Leaders.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Can manage multiple priorities and make decisions under pressure.
• Has a strong understanding of Health & Safety and workplace procedures.
• Has excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Can motivate teams and maintain high standards of performance.
• Is flexible, reliable and willing to support the wider operation when needed.
• Has fluent English and is confident completing paperwork and operational records.
• Has own transport – essential due to the location.

PAY & SHIFT PATTERN

• £15.03 per hour during training.
• £16.47 per hour following successful completion of training.
• 4 days on / 3 days off shift pattern.
• Potential additional overtime on days off to provide cover for the other Supervisor when required.

If you have the leadership skills and experience to oversee a busy warehouse operation and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

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