Production Supervisor - Maternity Cover

Puratos; Kent (WA); On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Puratos is seeking a Production Supervisor for maternity cover in Kent, overseeing the apple processing line to meet production targets while ensuring quality and safety. The role includes training staff, optimizing processes, and managing health and safety regulations. Join a dynamic team at a leading company known for innovation in food solutions with a commitment to community and employee development.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Opportunities for career growth and development

Comprehensive training and support

Employee benefits platform

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and health and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the apple processing line.
• Ensure production targets are met while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Train and motivate production staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Experience in a food processing environment

Job description

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At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10,000 employees in over 85 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future. This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To strengthen our team in Puratos Fourayes, near Sittingbourne, Kent, we are looking for a:

Production Supervisor – Maternity Cover

Your Mission

Reporting to the Production Manager, the successful candidate will work in our factory supervising the apple processing line, ensuring that their team collaborates efficiently, achieving challenging production targets whilst adhering to food safety and health and safety protocols.

What you will do

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the apple processing line.
• Ensure production targets are met while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Monitor and optimise production processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Train, mentor, support and motivate production staff to achieve their best performance.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure smooth operations.
• Implement and enforce health and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless workflow and communication.

What we expect from you

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or similar role ideally in a food processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and health and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team supervision skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues effectively.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and numeracy skills.

What you can expect from Puratos

• Rate of pay: £16.22 per hour.
• Fixed Term contract until May 2026, with potential to go permanent.
• Working pattern: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, with the potential for overtime during peak production periods.
• 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Comprehensive training and support, with 4 training days planned for every worker in 2025.
• Employee benefits platform.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• A positive and inclusive work environment.

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respectful work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace that fully embraces diversity and equal

opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

This is Puratos

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.