Production Supervisor

Location: Birkhill, Lesmahagow, Lanark
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Eligibility: Must have permanent Right to Work in the UK

Role Purpose

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading, organising, and monitoring all production floor, warehouse, and bulk shed activities. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence through the implementation of efficient processes, adherence to compliance standards, and the development of team capabilities. The Production Supervisor ensures production targets are met, environments are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness and safety, and continuous improvement practices are embedded across operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver production plans on time and in full, meeting all key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Develop, implement, and maintain production policies and procedures.
• Communicate performance expectations to production staff and conduct regular appraisals.
• Promote and enforce occupational health and safety standards across all site areas.
• Conduct regular inspections to uphold housekeeping and hygiene standards; take corrective action where required.
• Ensure timely completion and documentation of all scheduled compliance activities.
• Set and manage production priorities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Monitor production equipment and process control points to maintain optimal workflow.
• Troubleshoot production issues promptly and communicate their impact to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Lead to ensure equipment repairs are managed efficiently with minimal downtime.
• Recommend and support initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Ensure all Site Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are documented, maintained, and used effectively for training and development.
• Schedule and assign production staff to meet daily/weekly targets; monitor and report on shift performance.
• Oversee stock management processes for raw materials and finished goods, ensuring accuracy and accountability.

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience in managing, leading, and developing teams.
• Background in FMCG or process manufacturing, ideally in high automation environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production flow.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, especially in breakdowns, quality control, waste reduction, and budgeting.
• Competency in using PCs for communication, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience in production planning and resource allocation.

Desirable Criteria:

• Formal qualifications and/or hands-on experience in Continuous Improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma).