Production Supervisor

**About us**

smol is on a mission to change the face of consumer brands and businesses by bringing super effective, eco-friendly products at value for money prices. We believe everyone should be able to make easy swaps that are better for them, the planet, and their pockets.

Since launch, smol has taken UK household cleaning by storm. We are already the fastest growing and most positively reviewed brand in the laundry, dishwash, fabric conditioner and surface spray categories, and we've got so much more planned. Having received Series B investment in 2021 and B Corp certification at the end of 2023, our team is focused on combining fast growth with being a force for positive change and impact in all that we do.

**In Summary...**

Having outgrown our old site, at the start of this year we moved to a new, bigger workplace in Marden. Now, we are looking for a Production Supervisor who will work closely with our Shift Manager and other supervisors to keep our auto and manual production lines running smoothly, meet targets and support the team’s wellbeing.

**What does the role involve?...**

Overseeing day to day people activities, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

Managing the levels of raw material stock for all forms of production.

Responsibility for quality control (QC) in production, identifying & reporting issues and working with the Shift Manager to resolve complaints received.

Monitoring and tracking of productivity, OE, efficiencies and working hours for the production team

Ensuring changeovers and the production plan are implemented in a timely manner.

First point of contact for the production team and supporting people’s wellbeing in the workplace.

**You will need/be...**

Able to help to foster a team culture where everyone feels included, inspired by our mission, and proud to make a difference.

Effective communication skills with a strong level of conversational and written English.

Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving challenges.

to be able balance multiple tasks whilst effectively managing other’s expectations and delegating where necessary.

A confident IT user, ideally with experience of using Google Workspace documents and sheets.

An understanding of production procedures and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Previous experience in a supervisory role within a production, manufacturing, or operations environment would be desirable.

**What we offer**:
A fantastic opportunity to be part of one of Europe's fastest growing, Series-B funded start-ups.

An amazing culture and mission. A chance to make a difference in our shared future, eliminating or reducing the usage of plastic, water, toxic chemicals, energy and animal testing.

Working with an experienced, passionate team invested in helping you grow.

25 days holiday per year + bank holidays.

A monthly wellbeing allowance, provided by Juno.

A healthcare cash plan, to claim money back towards everyday healthcare expenses and more

Enhanced parental leave policies - 16 weeks maternity full pay and 6 weeks full pay for the secondary caregiver.

**The smol print**

Applicants must have current work authorisation in the UK.

This role will be based at our warehouse in Marden, working Monday to Friday, from 7am to 5pm (45 hours per week) with 1 hour of unpaid breaks during each full shift.

**Inclusion at smol**

At smol we believe that a great team is made up of people from a wide variety of backgrounds, beliefs and experience. we are an inclusive employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability.

Ensuring valuable and quality job opportunities for those who face barriers to employment is not only part and parcel of our social responsibility but it also brings great benefit to us as a business. giving people the chance to build up work skills, gain independence, earn a wage, develop strong self-esteem and to become just as strongly skilled as those who never faced employment barriers, is a process we remain committed to.

If you share our values and want to help make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.