Production Supervisor
Posted on May 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Aylesford, Kent, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£35k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Production Supervisor
Kent (onsite)
£35,000 - £40,000
Shift Pattern: Friday - Tuesday
Alexander Steele Recruitment are supporting a successful FMCG manufacturing business with the appointment of a Manufacturing Supervisor.
This is an opportunity for an experienced production leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where quality, efficiency and people development are key. The role is hands-on, leading day-to-day production activity and ensuring manufacturing lines operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
The position operates on a days-based shift pattern, working Friday to Tuesday with two consecutive rest days mid-week.
Key Responsibilities
* Take ownership of daily production performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
* Ensure manufacturing and packing lines run effectively in line with customer and specification requirements.
* Organise daily production planning, forecasting, and labour allocation.
* Lead, motivate, and support production teams with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
* Ensure all Health & Safety, food safety, and hygiene procedures are fully complied with.
* Complete daily production reporting, including performance, waste, and cost data.
* Work closely with QA, Warehouse, Engineering, and Supply Chain functions to support operational delivery.
* Monitor equipment performance and escalate issues to maintenance when required.
* Train, coach, and develop team members, identifying skills gaps and succession opportunities.
* Maintain accurate documentation, including waste, weight control, and quality records.
* Uphold site hygiene standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience in a production supervisory or team leadership role, ideally within food or FMCG manufacturing.
* Confident, visible leader with strong people-management and communication skills.
* Proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to manage challenges in a fast-moving environment.
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Good understanding of production planning, performance management, and cost control.
* Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Able to delegate effectively, follow up actions, and hold teams to account.
* Collaborative team player, comfortable working cross-functionally.
* Values-led working style focused on integrity, trust, and continuous improvement
Kent (onsite)
£35,000 - £40,000
Shift Pattern: Friday - Tuesday
Alexander Steele Recruitment are supporting a successful FMCG manufacturing business with the appointment of a Manufacturing Supervisor.
This is an opportunity for an experienced production leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where quality, efficiency and people development are key. The role is hands-on, leading day-to-day production activity and ensuring manufacturing lines operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
The position operates on a days-based shift pattern, working Friday to Tuesday with two consecutive rest days mid-week.
Key Responsibilities
* Take ownership of daily production performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
* Ensure manufacturing and packing lines run effectively in line with customer and specification requirements.
* Organise daily production planning, forecasting, and labour allocation.
* Lead, motivate, and support production teams with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
* Ensure all Health & Safety, food safety, and hygiene procedures are fully complied with.
* Complete daily production reporting, including performance, waste, and cost data.
* Work closely with QA, Warehouse, Engineering, and Supply Chain functions to support operational delivery.
* Monitor equipment performance and escalate issues to maintenance when required.
* Train, coach, and develop team members, identifying skills gaps and succession opportunities.
* Maintain accurate documentation, including waste, weight control, and quality records.
* Uphold site hygiene standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience in a production supervisory or team leadership role, ideally within food or FMCG manufacturing.
* Confident, visible leader with strong people-management and communication skills.
* Proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to manage challenges in a fast-moving environment.
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Good understanding of production planning, performance management, and cost control.
* Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Able to delegate effectively, follow up actions, and hold teams to account.
* Collaborative team player, comfortable working cross-functionally.
* Values-led working style focused on integrity, trust, and continuous improvement
Reference: 225142076
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Production Supervisor
Posted on May 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Aylesford, Kent, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£35k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Production Supervisor
Kent (onsite)
£35,000 - £40,000
Shift Pattern: Friday - Tuesday
Alexander Steele Recruitment are supporting a successful FMCG manufacturing business with the appointment of a Manufacturing Supervisor.
This is an opportunity for an experienced production leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where quality, efficiency and people development are key. The role is hands-on, leading day-to-day production activity and ensuring manufacturing lines operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
The position operates on a days-based shift pattern, working Friday to Tuesday with two consecutive rest days mid-week.
Key Responsibilities
* Take ownership of daily production performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
* Ensure manufacturing and packing lines run effectively in line with customer and specification requirements.
* Organise daily production planning, forecasting, and labour allocation.
* Lead, motivate, and support production teams with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
* Ensure all Health & Safety, food safety, and hygiene procedures are fully complied with.
* Complete daily production reporting, including performance, waste, and cost data.
* Work closely with QA, Warehouse, Engineering, and Supply Chain functions to support operational delivery.
* Monitor equipment performance and escalate issues to maintenance when required.
* Train, coach, and develop team members, identifying skills gaps and succession opportunities.
* Maintain accurate documentation, including waste, weight control, and quality records.
* Uphold site hygiene standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience in a production supervisory or team leadership role, ideally within food or FMCG manufacturing.
* Confident, visible leader with strong people-management and communication skills.
* Proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to manage challenges in a fast-moving environment.
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Good understanding of production planning, performance management, and cost control.
* Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Able to delegate effectively, follow up actions, and hold teams to account.
* Collaborative team player, comfortable working cross-functionally.
* Values-led working style focused on integrity, trust, and continuous improvement
Kent (onsite)
£35,000 - £40,000
Shift Pattern: Friday - Tuesday
Alexander Steele Recruitment are supporting a successful FMCG manufacturing business with the appointment of a Manufacturing Supervisor.
This is an opportunity for an experienced production leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where quality, efficiency and people development are key. The role is hands-on, leading day-to-day production activity and ensuring manufacturing lines operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
The position operates on a days-based shift pattern, working Friday to Tuesday with two consecutive rest days mid-week.
Key Responsibilities
* Take ownership of daily production performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
* Ensure manufacturing and packing lines run effectively in line with customer and specification requirements.
* Organise daily production planning, forecasting, and labour allocation.
* Lead, motivate, and support production teams with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
* Ensure all Health & Safety, food safety, and hygiene procedures are fully complied with.
* Complete daily production reporting, including performance, waste, and cost data.
* Work closely with QA, Warehouse, Engineering, and Supply Chain functions to support operational delivery.
* Monitor equipment performance and escalate issues to maintenance when required.
* Train, coach, and develop team members, identifying skills gaps and succession opportunities.
* Maintain accurate documentation, including waste, weight control, and quality records.
* Uphold site hygiene standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience in a production supervisory or team leadership role, ideally within food or FMCG manufacturing.
* Confident, visible leader with strong people-management and communication skills.
* Proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to manage challenges in a fast-moving environment.
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Good understanding of production planning, performance management, and cost control.
* Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Able to delegate effectively, follow up actions, and hold teams to account.
* Collaborative team player, comfortable working cross-functionally.
* Values-led working style focused on integrity, trust, and continuous improvement
Reference: 225142076
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