Production Supervisor
| Posting date: | 24 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £36,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 October 2025 |
| Location: | Honiton, Devon |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Gap Personnel |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PRODSUPEX14 |
Summary
Production Supervisor – Food Manufacturing (4-Day Week)
Location: Near Honiton, Devon
Sector: Food / Manufacturing
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 4 days per week (40 hours over 4 shifts – shift pattern varies)
About the Role
An established and growing food manufacturer is looking for a skilled Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day factory operations within a BRC-accredited, food-safe environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone from the food industry to join a modern, progressive business offering a genuine 4-day working week.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and supervise a team of 10–30 operatives across key production areas
- Ensure production targets are met while maintaining high standards of hygiene, quality, and safety
- Manage shift handovers, labour planning, training, and performance reviews
- Maintain full compliance with BRCGS, GMP, and HACCP standards
- Monitor and improve output, line efficiency, and downtime performance
- Keep detailed and accurate batch records, traceability logs, and reporting documentation
- Play a proactive role in continuous improvement projects, health & safety initiatives, and operator engagement
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Proven supervisory experience in food manufacturing or a high-care production environment
- Knowledge of BRC, HACCP, GMP, and food safety protocols
- Good organisational and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach
- Ability to work across varying shift patterns (early, late, or rotating)
- Strong leadership and communication abilities
Desirable:
- Familiarity with RedZone or other OEE/KPI tracking systems
- Understanding of LEAN or 5S methodologies
- Level 3 Food Safety or Health & Safety certification
What’s on Offer?
- 4-day working week – enjoy a better work-life balance
- Modern production facility with high standards of cleanliness and automation
- Career progression opportunities as the company continues to grow
- Supportive management team that values initiative and ideas
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £35,000 – £36,000 depending on experience
- Working Hours: 40 hours over 4 days (weekdays)
Benefits Include:
- Company pension
- Private medical & dental insurance
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Company social events
- Sick pay
Location: Near Honiton, Devon
Sector: Food / Manufacturing
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 4 days per week (40 hours over 4 shifts – shift pattern varies)
About the Role
An established and growing food manufacturer is looking for a skilled Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day factory operations within a BRC-accredited, food-safe environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone from the food industry to join a modern, progressive business offering a genuine 4-day working week.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and supervise a team of 10–30 operatives across key production areas
- Ensure production targets are met while maintaining high standards of hygiene, quality, and safety
- Manage shift handovers, labour planning, training, and performance reviews
- Maintain full compliance with BRCGS, GMP, and HACCP standards
- Monitor and improve output, line efficiency, and downtime performance
- Keep detailed and accurate batch records, traceability logs, and reporting documentation
- Play a proactive role in continuous improvement projects, health & safety initiatives, and operator engagement
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Proven supervisory experience in food manufacturing or a high-care production environment
- Knowledge of BRC, HACCP, GMP, and food safety protocols
- Good organisational and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach
- Ability to work across varying shift patterns (early, late, or rotating)
- Strong leadership and communication abilities
Desirable:
- Familiarity with RedZone or other OEE/KPI tracking systems
- Understanding of LEAN or 5S methodologies
- Level 3 Food Safety or Health & Safety certification
What’s on Offer?
- 4-day working week – enjoy a better work-life balance
- Modern production facility with high standards of cleanliness and automation
- Career progression opportunities as the company continues to grow
- Supportive management team that values initiative and ideas
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £35,000 – £36,000 depending on experience
- Working Hours: 40 hours over 4 days (weekdays)
Benefits Include:
- Company pension
- Private medical & dental insurance
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Company social events
- Sick pay