Production Supervisor

As a Supervisor within Production, you are managing both people and process. In this varied and busy role, we are looking for individuals who are comfortable in managing production demands and challenges, driven by end results. To thrive in this role, we are looking for someone who will engage and motivate and support those in their team in a positive manner. Our Supervisors report directly into our Team Leaders, and these roles are based at ORKIE. ~ ideally supervisory or similar level ~ manufacturing/warehouse/relatable background ~ planning staff against workload experience ~ multi tasker, willing to step in to support your team ~ motivational but respectful ~ comfortable with having a team of various nationalities and language abilities **The role involves** - Managing staff planning to run production to the day’s targets - Engaging with those on your shift to ensure they are confident in the expectations of their duties - Line checks on produce against customer orders - Health and Safety & PPE related recording - Production run and packaging quality checks and related paperwork - Overseeing the working areas, maintaining high levels of hygiene and tidiness - Regular contact and relationship management with Team Leaders and other colleagues **What is in it for you?** + PPE provided including safety boots + 29 days holiday + Set shifts on a two week rotation + Pension enrolment after 3 months + Free onsite parking + Opportunities for those showing interest or aptitude to progress + A variety of internal vacancies open to all **+ £13.35 per hour** **+ £16.69 per hour overtime** **+ shift allowance where applicable** **Training for new starts including** - Food Safety Level 2, GMP training, Integrity & Segregation, HSE Policy, Manual Handling - Other specific training and support on the job - There is also the opportunity to request or be nominated for other training, provided by the Kettle Produce Academy Full Time - 40 hours per week (weekly rotational shift pattern, one weekend in two) **Week 1** Mon rest day Tue-Thu 0615-1400 Fri 0615-1630 Sat & Sun rest day **Week 2** Mon 0645-1730 Tue-Wed 1415-2200 Thu 1415-2030 Fri rest day Sat 0645-1700 Sun 0645-1730 **Where could your future lie?** Our Supervisors are key to the successful running of our production areas. There are opportunities to move up to Team Lead in time, however we are looking for individuals who see this as a career move who will develop into the role and champion success and improvements, rather than a stepping stone. There are progression opportunities for everyone who has the drive and ambition to make a career at Kettle Produce however. **Essentials to Consider** Is a 2 week rotating shift pattern suitable for you? Non-UK Residents will be asked to supply their Home Office Share Code prior to being invited to interview. We are a 364 days a year company, closed only on Christmas Day. During December and early January there are restrictions on holidays, and we work bank holidays including Boxing Day. **We are unable at the present time to offer shifts suitable for students with any restricted working hours during term time (usually 20 hours).** **The Recruitment Process** If we mutually agree it is the right role for you, you will be contacted regarding a start date, and we will set up your induction plan. As a business we are committed to diversity and equality across all areas in the workplace. **Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent **Salary**: £13.35-£16.69 per hour **Benefits**: - Casual dress - Company pension - Free parking - On-site parking Application question(s): - Do you have your own transport? **Experience**: - supervisory: 1 year (preferred) - production environment: 1 year (preferred) - staff / rota planning: 1 year (preferred) Work authorisation: - United Kingdom (required) Work Location: One location