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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed