Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and optimise production lines to maximise efficiency while maintaining product quality and packing standards.
- Oversee daily quality control, working closely with Line Leaders and liaising with the Production and Quality Managers on any issues.
- Train and onboard new production staff on fruit selection, packing, and company standards.
- Monitor product counts throughout each shift and ensure volumes meet demand, including management of High Risk products when applicable.
- Coordinate with the Load Controller and Line Leaders to ensure correct product separation, labelling, and control.
- Report any product quality issues or discrepancies to the Quality Manager.
- Track and report missing or returned baskets and manage any leftover stock.
- Supervise night shift staff, monitoring attendance, break times, and performance.
- Conduct weekly meetings with Line Leaders to review targets, issues, and improvements.
- Prepare and maintain accurate daily paperwork and production reports.
- Support the Production Manager with ad-hoc tasks and improvement initiatives.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in fresh produce or food manufacturing.
- 1–2 years’ experience in a supervisory or team leader position.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
- Proven leadership ability with a “hands-on” approach.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Strong numerical and reporting skills.
- Proactive and improvement-focused mindset.
- Energetic, reliable, and self-motivated.
- Full driving licence (able to drive a 2.5 tonne van such as a Ford Transit).
- Willingness to work permanent night shifts.