Job Role: Production Supervisor - Food

Salary: £36,500

Location: Wrexham

Type: Full Time / Permanent

Overview:

Everest People Solutions are recruiting for a skilled Production Supervisor on behalf of a leading food processor. As production supervisor you will manage production operations within a slaughter facility. This role ensures operational efficiency, compliance with safety and quality standards, and the achievement of company KPIs.

Key Responsibilities for the Production Supervisor

• Lead and manage the production team, ensuring efficient performance and compliance with quality standards.
• Train and develop staff, conduct performance reviews, and manage attendance and holiday planning.
• Oversee cutting, processing, and packaging teams to ensure smooth operations, minimize downtime, and improve efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs, track performance, and optimize labor, yield, and production costs.
• Ensure product traceability, GMP compliance, and adherence to food safety and quality standards.
• Maintain personal hygiene standards and ensure proper training on critical control points.
• Enforce health and safety regulations, report incidents, and drive initiatives to reduce accidents.
• Ensure the team follows protective equipment protocols and safety systems.
• Drive process optimization and lean initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
• Assist with production projects and ensure the highest standards of bird welfare.

Essential Requirements for the Production Supervisor

• Supervisory experience in a slaughter or FMCG environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and production processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with process improvements.
• Food hygiene and health & safety qualifications.