Job Title: Production Supervisor

Salary: circa £27,000 per annum based on 36 hours per week (Overtime available)

Location: Pontefract

Type: Permanent | Immediate start available!!

Hours: 36 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Sunday - Tuesday | 12-hour shifts

Overview:

The Flavour Network is in close partnership with a fast-paced, established manufacturing business to recruit a Production Supervisor. This hands-on role involves coordinating production activities, driving performance on the production line, and ensuring operational efficiency in a busy production environment.

As Production Supervisor, you will be the key point of contact for production teams, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and supporting the delivery of production targets. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys leading from the front.

Key Responsibilities for the Production Supervisor:

* Coordinate daily production activities to ensure smooth and efficient line performance

* Act as the first point of contact for production operatives, resolving issues quickly

* Ensure production plans are delivered in line with targets and KPIs

* Monitor downtime and escalate issues impacting performance

* Drive line efficiency to achieve output targets (PPH, labour cost, downtime)

* Support continuous improvement initiatives across production processes

* Ensure accurate and timely completion of performance reporting (SIC, KPIs)

* Ensure all products meet required quality standards (packaging, labelling, weights)

* Maintain full compliance with company quality and safety standards

* Ensure all production paperwork is completed accurately and on time

* Oversee the flow of raw materials and packaging to production lines

* Support stock control and minimise waste and rework through a right-first-time approach

* Support, train and coach production operatives to improve performance

* Identify training needs and assist in upskilling team members

* Maintain clear communication across teams and departments

* Ensure a safe working environment at all times

* Enforce health & safety procedures and maintain high housekeeping standards

Requirements for the Production Supervisor:

* Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment

* Experience in a supervisory or team leader role (preferred)

* Strong understanding of production processes and KPIs

* Ability to lead, motivate and develop teams

* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

* Excellent communication and organisational skills

* close attention to detail and commitment to quality

* Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

If you have experience in production supervision, Line Leader or Team Leader and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you