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Job Details
  • Job Title: Production Supervisor
  • Job Reference: CF1499173UniPSTWD
  • Location: Unit K. Springhead Enterprise Park Northfleet Gravesend Kent
  • Salary: £15.41 to £17.82

Production Supervisor (Days)

PrepWorld – Food Manufacturing

PrepWorld is looking for a proactive and hands‑on Production Supervisor (Days) to support our growing food manufacturing operation. You will play a key role in leading and developing our Area Team Leaders, maintaining high operational standards, and ensuring all production paperwork and processes are completed accurately.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is committed to delivering high‑quality, safe, and efficient production performance.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

  • Train, guide, and support Area Team Leaders to ensure strong performance and development.
  • Act as the first point of contact for your designated production area.
  • Lead by example, promoting and enforcing all company policies and procedures.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure all facilities and equipment are used safely, maintaining a secure working environment.
  • Uphold product safety, legality, and quality standards, ensuring CCPs are followed.
  • Maintain excellent GMP standards and promote a “clean as you go” culture.
  • Monitor and challenge performance in efficiency, waste, H&S, and compliance.

People Management

  • Oversee production staff within one facility, ensuring effective labour planning.
  • Drive efficient labour usage, proactively managing staffing levels and skills gaps.
  • Ensure Time & Attendance (T&A) system data is updated daily and accurately reflects worked hours.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

  • Attend daily and weekly meetings with the Shift Manager to review performance, identify issues, and propose preventative actions.
  • Liaise with the Senior Supervisor to achieve production targets and deliver thorough end‑of‑shift handovers.
  • Participate in taste panels and encourage reporting teams to do the same.
  • Deputise for the Senior Supervisor when required.

Working Conditions

  • Role involves routine manual handling.
  • Regular work in cold storage environments.
  • Must remain alert when working near PPTs and moving machinery.

What We Provide

  • Stream access – track earnings and instantly access up to 50% of pay as it’s earned.
  • Free on‑site parking, including electric vehicle charging points.
  • Regular staff events and a supportive work culture.
  • Staff restaurant with heavily subsidised hot and cold meals.
  • Clear opportunities for career progression.

Working Pattern

Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
Hours: 05:30–18:30 (Day shift)

Salary

Dependent on experience, with a starting hourly rate of:
£15.41 – £17.82 per hour