Production Supervisor

Our client is one of the leading wholesalers in the UK, supplying a comprehensive range of quality wholesale meat, poultry, game, and deli products. They have a proven track record in serving diverse customers, including restaurant groups, airlines, cruise ships, high street & catering butchers, UK multiples, and online businesses.

They are looking for a Production Supervisor responsible for monitoring stock production, ensuring customer specifications, orders, and deadlines are met.

What they Offer:

• Life Assurance Policy
• Employee Assistance Programme with discounts for shops and restaurants
• Discounted meat hampers
• Growing company with career progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote the company's strategy positively and enthusiastically, prioritizing its best interests and commercial growth internally and externally.
• Oversee manufacturing and packaging of products against agreed timelines, costs, and specifications.
• Manage raw material and consumable costs effectively.
• Ensure adequate resources and training are in place.
• Lead by example to demonstrate a positive food safety culture.
• Manage and motivate staff according to company guidelines and handle disciplinary actions as needed.
• Work with the Operations Director to set staffing levels and manage weekly wages within budget.
• Set targets and uphold high standards of behavior and workmanship.
• Identify training needs and support staff development.
• Act as the main contact with agency staff providers, ensuring effective communication.
• Maintain product quality and food safety standards.
• Ensure specifications are understood and accessible.
• Achieve performance targets related to yield and quality.
• Maintain standards of workmanship to meet company and customer expectations.
• Comply with legislative and accreditation standards.
• Ensure hygiene standards are maintained ('clean as you go').
• Maximize premises and stock security at all times.

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of butchery and meat production.