Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor – Night Shift Birmingham, B18 5AY | £34,000 per annum, DOE Our client is a well-established and award-winning UK food manufacturer with over 30 years of heritage, specialising in high-quality frozen food products distributed nationwide. Known for combining traditional recipes with modern production techniques, they're now looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to join their Birmingham site on a permanent, full-time night shift basis. About the Role As Production Supervisor, you'll oversee production and dispatch operations from start to finish on the night shift, leading a team of Team Leaders and operatives to deliver high-quality product safely, efficiently, and on time. You'll play a key role in maintaining hygiene, compliance, and BRC audit standards, while driving continuous improvement across the site. Key Responsibilities Team Management * Motivate and direct Team Leaders to produce, pack, and maintain quality-based product * Supervise all aspects of Team Leaders' work and allocate resources as needed * Manage production and dispatch operations across the full product lifecycle * Plan staff cover to ensure sufficient resource in all areas at all times * Step in on operational duties to meet deadlines or cover staff absence * Build effective working relationships across your team, management, and other departments Compliance & Quality * Manage site hygiene functions and ensure cleaning schedules are followed * Monitor and maintain finished product quality * Implement and monitor policies and procedures for BRC audit compliance * Work with the Production and Technical Managers on production and technical matters * Handle employee conduct issues at the initial stage * Review training needs and effectiveness * Ensure Health & Safety policies are adhered to via regular checks Operational Efficiency * Ensure correct equipment usage and safety equipment across all areas (filling, baking, packing, etc.) * Maintain stock of materials and appropriate storage * Liaise with other departments to resolve issues * Ensure all production paperwork is completed and recorded accurately * Identify hazards and evaluate workplace risks Performance & Quality Control * Check product specification accuracy and material/print quality through to final check and despatch * Review and recommend improvements for smooth departmental running * Work with Senior Management to review team and individual performance * Carry out and verify Quality Control procedure sheets, accurately recording waste and downtime What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Production Supervisor in food or manufacturing Food Science-related degree, or 3+ years' supervisory experience HACCP Level 3 qualification Mechanically minded, with experience working with machinery Previous experience in a team management position Strong leadership and staff management skills Experience working in a food manufacturing environment Comfortable working under own initiative in a busy environment Good computer literacy (Word, Excel, Access, Sage 50) Desirable Experience managing a bakery/pastry facility Knowledge of BRC internal audits, GMPs, and KPIs Experience driving quality and continuous improvement What's on Offer Salary: £34,000 per annum, DOE Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, night shift (9.30pm–5.30am) 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Pension scheme contributions Staff discounts on the company's food range Staff Tester Card – exclusive discounts on food, clothing, cinema tickets, and retailers including TK Maxx and McDonald's Free on-site parking and EV charging Learning, development, and career progression opportunities A supportive, inclusive culture within a passionate, innovative team