Job Description:

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.