Job Title: Interim Production Supervisor
Department: Bake at Home
Reporting To: Shift Manager
Shift: Day Shift following Pink & Blue shift pattern
Location: Lantmännen Unibake, Wallis Way, Eastcotts, Bedford, MK42 0PE
You will be great at:
* Possessing a proven ability to maintain meticulous inventory accuracy by implementing weekly monitoring of daily warehouse operations, conducting thorough cycle counts, stock takes, and audits to ensure results are verified.
* Demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills, effectively liaising with individuals at all levels to ensure timely and scheduled delivery of work.
* Maintaining a strong target-oriented mindset, coupled with the ability to proactively solve problems and make informed decisions within established guidelines, seeking management input when necessary.
* Possessing a solid understanding of continuous improvement principles and Lean manufacturing techniques, including the seven wastes, to optimize operational efficiency.
* Demonstrating the ability to independently carry out specific tasks with minimal supervision, showcasing self-direction and initiative.
* Maintaining exceptional time management skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing safety and product quality.
* Proactively managing permanent and agency staff rotas, ensuring accurate issuance and compliance with regulations. Identifying training needs within the team, collaborating with trained trainers to update standard operating procedures and provide necessary training.
* Possessing a comprehensive understanding of machine processes, production operations, paperwork procedures, and quality standards within a food manufacturing facility.
You are:
* Demonstrating a collaborative and cooperative approach, consistently contributing positively to the team's goals and fostering a supportive work environment.
* Possessing a flexible mindset with a "can-do" attitude, readily adapting to changing circumstances and challenges to ensure tasks are completed successfully.
* Thriving in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting and exceeding deadlines through effective time management and prioritization.
* Demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to reliability, consistently delivering on assigned responsibilities and meeting expectations.
* Maintaining a strong target-oriented mindset, coupled with the ability to proactively solve problems and make informed decisions within established guidelines, seeking management input when necessary.
* Possessing a solid understanding of continuous improvement principles and Lean manufacturing techniques, including the seven wastes, to optimize operational efficiency.
You have:
* Possessing excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction and collaboration with colleagues.
* Ideally having previous experience leading and supervising small teams in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food industry, demonstrating strong leadership and management abilities.
* Demonstrating exceptional adaptability and cultural sensitivity, having experience working successfully within a diverse, multicultural team.
* Possessing a proven track record of successfully supervising small teams in a manufacturing environment, showcasing leadership and management skills.
* Having a solid educational foundation, including a good standard of general education.
* Holding a Level 2 CIEH Award in Food Safety for Manufacturing, with a Level 3 qualification being advantageous.
* Possessing a strong understanding of health and safety principles, evidenced by an IOSH Managing Safely certification.
* Demonstrating proficiency in a range of IT software, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, AX, and Horizon, to support efficient operations and data management.
Shift Pattern:
You will be working 12-hour shifts, between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Your working days will follow this rotation:
• Week 1 & 3: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (4 days on, 3 days off).
• Week 2 & 4: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (3 days on, 4 days off).
You will be provided with a yearly shift pattern.
Sounds interesting?
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Be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in food manufacturing. If you are passionate about the manufacturing process and food safety, we encourage you to apply. We are accepting applications exclusively through our online career portal.
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