Production Supervisor in Barnsley

The Production Supervisor - Cutting & Packing is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations within the cutting and packing areas of our poultry processing facility. The role ensures production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety, quality, and hygiene standards and customer specifications. The supervisor will lead and support production teams to maintain high standards of product quality, operational efficiency, and workplace safety.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all activities comply with UK health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure proper use of PPE and safe equipment operation.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective actions where required.
• Support accident investigations and preventive measures.
• Process Improvement to improve safety standards and ensure this is at the forefront of everything we do.

Quality & Food Safety

• Ensure strict adherence to food safety standards including HACCP procedures and hygiene protocols.
• Monitor product quality throughout the cutting and packing process to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance teams to address any non-conformances or product issues.
• Maintain accurate production and traceability records.

Production Management

• Supervise daily operations within the cutting and packing department to ensure production schedules are achieved, maximising output and minimising downtime and changeover wait time.
• Coordinate workflow between teams to maintain a continuous production flow and product is always available.
• Monitor yields, throughput, and product quality through short interval controls (SIC) to minimise waste and maximise efficiency.
• Ensure production targets and KPIs are consistently met.
• Support production planning and adjust staffing or workflow to meet demand.

Team Leadership

• Lead, motivate, and manage Production Operatives within the cutting and packing area.
• Conduct shift briefings and communicate daily production goals and safety requirements.
• Provide training and guidance on cutting techniques, packing standards, and safe working practices.
• Monitor employee performance and support development through coaching and feedback.

Reporting & Administration

• Maintain daily production reports, labour records, and performance data.
• Monitor stock levels of packaging materials and coordinate with relevant departments.
• Communicate operational issues, staffing requirements, and performance updates to the Production Manager.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous supervisory experience within a food manufacturing or poultry processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of protein cutting and packing operations.
• Understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, hygiene, and traceability).
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Level 3 Food Safety qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of yield management and production efficiency metrics.

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and team leadership abilities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive and solution-focused mindset.

Working Conditions

• Based in a chilled food production environment.
• Requires standing and supervising on the production floor for extended periods.
• Shift work may be required depending on operational needs.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

Benefits

• Pension 3% after probation (3 months).
• 28 days holiday rising to 29 after 1 year and 30 after 2 years.
• Hours Monday to Friday 9am - finish (usually 10 hours per day).