Production Shift Supervisor

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading beverage manufacturing business seeking to appoint a Production Shift Supervisor to join their operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing supervisor with a strong mechanical aptitude to support the Production Shift Manager in delivering safe, efficient and high-performing shift operations within a fast-paced, automated production environment.

What's in it for you?

• Salary: £37,000 - £41,000
• Permanent, full-time position
• Rotational shift pattern including days, nights and weekends
• Company pension scheme#
• Death in service benefit
• Westfield Health Cashback Plan and discounts
• AXA home and car insurance discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite car parking
• Tailored training and development plans
• Full uniform provided
• Additional holiday hours accrued with length of service

Key responsibilities

• Leading, training and supporting your team to maximise performance
• Monitoring line performance and implementing corrective actions where required
• Ensuring adherence to SOPs and operational best practice
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety and challenging unsafe behaviours
• Conducting quality checks including filling levels, cap integrity and cleanliness
• Completing production logs, maintenance reports and checklists
• Supporting problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Working closely with the Production Shift Manager and wider teams to resolve operational issues

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous supervisory experience with strong organisational, planning and time management skills
• Proven experience meeting challenging deadlines within a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably within the beverage industry
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of filling machinery and automated production systems
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and minimise production downtime, including basic maintenance and mechanical breakdowns
• Strong understanding of quality control and regulatory standards
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Flexibility to work rotational shifts including days, nights and weekends, with overtime when required