Production Supervisor

Description

We are working with a FMCG Manufacturer who are looking for a Production Supervisor to join their team based in Leyland.

Responsibilities

You will be part of a dedicated Production Team, ensuring the smooth running of the production environment, via the motivation and development of the Production Team.

• Responsibility for the manufacture of high-quality standard products, identifying and resolving/escalating issues as they arise to minimise downtime and conducting investigations of customer complaints to identify root causes.
• Ensuring the efficient utilisation of materials and monitoring stock levels, utilising SAP if required.
• Conducting regular performance reviews and appraisals with team members managing performance through the setting of effective goals, identifying training and development requirements, and managing any identified performance/absence issues.
• The provision of accurate record keeping of the team in relation to absence, holiday, adherence to health and safety standards and training data.
• Maintenance of labour costs through effective head count allocation, the completion of relevant cost control documentation such as WIP, OEE, material consumption.
• Identifying any deviances from standards and working with the Production Manager to resolve.
• Responsible for identifying, promoting, and supporting the implementation of continuous improvements in your Production area relating to quality, health & safety and team development etc.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years team management experience in a production facility, preferably within a food or FMCG environment.
• A confident communicator with a personable and professional manner, you will have the ability to interact and relate to all levels of colleagues and to build strong trusted working relationships both within and beyond your area of work.
• The ability to work within a rapidly changing environment is key, as the ability to work (and stay calm) under pressure, making effective decisions in a timely manner.
• Detailed conscious, you will have the ability to follow procedures with a high level of accuracy, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and the ability to apply practical solutions, with excellent planning and organisational skills.

Benefits

• Annual salary of £32,000, 37.5 Hours.
• Overtime on a Saturday paid at time and a half, Sundays is paid at double.
• 33 days annual leave (inc bank holidays) which increases with service.
• Free Parking & Secure Cycle Shelter