Production Supervisor – Manufacturing

About the role

The Production Supervisor will lead a manufacturing team in a food/FMCG environment, ensuring product safety, quality and compliance while driving efficient daily operations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance product safety, quality and legal compliance in line with food safety policies.
• Coordinate, organise and supervise day‑to‑day activities of the production team.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment and accurate material handling.
• Support the Head of Operations by communicating site objectives and performance metrics.
• Foster a high‑performing team culture through coaching and development.
• Manage attendance, holiday planning and absence records.
• Conduct investigations and disciplinary actions in partnership with HR.
• Assist with stock takes and verify incoming deliveries using the ERP system.
• Maintain up‑to‑date inventory records and manage labour and material budgets.
• Liaise with Warehouse and Despatch to optimise storage and workflow.
• Provide operational leadership and cover during shift manager absences.

Required profile

• Proven stock management experience, preferably in Food/FMCG manufacturing.
• Line management experience including appraisals, disciplinaries and investigations.
• Motivated, enthusiastic and able to work autonomously.

Required skills

• ERP system usage for inventory and stock control.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £42,000 per year.
• Reward and benefits package with generous annual leave and pension.
• Progression opportunities within a prestigious blue‑chip employer.
• Immediate start available.