Production Supervisor

Job Role: Production Supervisor Starting Salary: £12.35ph up to 6pm and £13.10ph after 6pm (Higher £hourly rate depending on experience) Location: Wolverhampton Type: Full Time / Permanent Hours: You will do Perm PM shifts : Tuesday to Friday from 14:45 to 23:00 // Saturday from 09:00 to 18:00 ** Immediate start available!! This role is a permanent contract!! ** Overview: Everest People Solutions is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to join a dynamic production team. This role involves overseeing production operatives and ensuring that the production process meets both customer requirements and safety targets. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a team of 20-25 operatives, ensuring high-quality products are produced efficiently and cost-effectively. We are looking for Team Leaders, Line Leaders, Area Controllers and experienced Supervisors from a food production environment. Key Duties & Responsibilities for the Production Supervisor: * Supervise a shift of production operators, ensuring a safe working environment and compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. * Monitor key performance indicators including line rates, quality, and yield. Implement ideas to improve performance and reduce costs. * Ensure all staff are fully trained according to task procedures and individual needs. Engage and motivate the team through regular mentoring and performance evaluations. * Oversee the setup and operation of production lines, ensuring products meet customer specifications and production targets. * Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and all relevant safety standards. Report and address any non-conformances promptly. * Review and improve line performance, implement new initiatives, and minimize downtime. * Work with cross-functional teams including QA, Production Managers, and other Supervisors to ensure smooth operations and adherence to quality standards. Requirements for the Production Supervisor: * Proven experience in a team leader, line leader, supervisor role within a food production environment is essential. * Experience in the food production industry. * Strong leadership and team management skills - training will be given. * Excellent communication and organisational abilities. * Commitment to health and safety standards. * Proficiency in IT, including the use of production management software. * Knowledge of HACCP and GMP principles is desirable. * Certification in Health and Safety is desirable