Production Supervisor

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