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Production Supervisor

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 43,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

Production Group Leader – Food Manufacturing
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £40,000 -£43,000

Our client, an innovative and forward-thinking food manufacturing business, is currently seeking a Production Group Leader to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern organisation that places strong emphasis on continuous improvement, sustainability, and people development.

The Role

As Production Group Leader, you will take responsibility for leading a team of operators on shift, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of production targets. You will act as a key link between shopfloor teams and senior leadership, driving performance and maintaining high standards across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

  * Lead, coach, and develop a team of production operators

  * Deliver daily production plans, ensuring targets and KPIs are met

  * Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture

  * Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards

  * Manage staffing, resources, and shift performance effectively

  * Lead daily team briefings and maintain accurate production records

  * Identify and resolve operational issues in real time

  * Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including waste reduction and efficiency gains

  * Work closely with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues quickly

  * Support problem solving and root cause analysis activities

Candidate Requirements

  * Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or food production environment

  * Strong communication and team management skills

  * Ability to motivate and organise teams to achieve results

  * Good understanding of production processes and equipment

  * A proactive and hands-on approach to problem solving

Desirable:

  * Experience in food manufacturing environments

  * Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, or similar food safety standards

  * Awareness of lean manufacturing principles (such as 5S)

What’s On Offer

  * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  * Healthcare plan

  * Matched pension scheme

  * Retail discounts and benefits platform

  * Opportunities for career progression within a growing, modern business

About the Company

Our client is a progressive food business with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and sustainability. They are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and succeed

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