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Production Supervisor
Job in
Ashford, Kent County, England, UK
Listed on 2025-11-20
Listing for:
Mason James Appointments (UK) Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-11-20
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Shifts:
Weekly Rotating – 7am–3pm / 3pm–11pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: £31,037, rising to £34,141 after 6-month probation
Contract:
Full-Time, Permanent
A great opportunity for an experienced Production Supervisor or Senior Team Leader to join a fast-paced food & beverage manufacturing environment. You’ll support the Shift Manager, lead the production team, and ensure daily targets are achieved safely and efficiently.
The Role
Reporting to the Shift Manager, you’ll oversee a team of Production Operatives, ensuring people, materials, and processes are in place to deliver the production plan. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll be visible on the shop floor, driving standards and supporting continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support your team to hit daily safety, quality, and production targets.
* Deliver clear shift briefs and ensure accurate start-up checks and documentation.
* Manage effective handovers with the incoming Supervisor/Manager.
* Monitor performance against plan, flagging downtime or issues promptly.
* Log maintenance defects and coordinate with Engineering to minimise disruption.
* Coach, motivate, and multiskill team members; support training and development.
* Complete end-of-shift reports and ensure accurate data is captured.
* Drive continuous improvement using lean tools and team-based problem-solving.
* Support investigations, underperformance management, and staff reviews.
About You
* At least 2 years’ experience in food, drink, FMCG or similar manufacturing.
* Good understanding of HACCP, allergens, GMP and food safety requirements.
* Proven experience leading or supervising a production team.
* Strong communicator with the ability to motivate and challenge.
* Good planning, coordination and numerical skills.
* Confident using MS Office and production reporting systems.
* Resilient, proactive, and leads by example.
Why Apply?
* Monday–Friday rotating shifts with no weekends.
* Clear salary progression: £31,037 → £34,141 after probation.
* Supportive leadership role with real influence on performance and standards.
* Strong development opportunities within a continuous improvement culture.
If you’re a capable Production Supervisor or an experienced Team Leader looking for a step up, apply today to find out more
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