Food Production Operative in Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Bake at Home Supervisor to join a busy production team based in Bedford.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous supervisory experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideally within the food industry.

Reporting to the Shift Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the Bake at Home department, ensuring production runs smoothly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality, food safety and health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and support a team of Production Operatives, ensuring daily production targets are achieved.

Ensure all production activities comply with Health & Safety, Quality and Food Safety standards.

Monitor product quality and packaging standards, identifying and reporting any issues or non-conformances.

Provide leadership and direction in the absence of the Shift Manager.

Coach, motivate and develop team members, encouraging a positive and productive working environment.

Conduct regular safety walks, ensure correct PPE is worn and complete pre-start checks.

Ensure operatives follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Organise and manage team breaks to maintain efficient production operations.

Maintain high housekeeping and 5S standards across the department.

Complete and verify production paperwork accurately.

Participate in team meetings, investigations and production reviews.

Ensure effective communication and handovers between shifts.

Support training and development to build a flexible, multi-skilled workforce.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

Previous experience supervising or leading a team within a manufacturing environment, ideally food production.

A strong understanding of Health & Safety, Quality and Food Safety procedures.

Excellent communication and organisational skills.

The ability to motivate, support and develop team members.

Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The ability to work independently and make decisions when required.

Qualifications

The following qualifications are desirable:

Level 2 Food Hygiene (Level 3 preferred).

IOSH Managing Safely.

First Aid or Fire Warden qualification would be advantageous.

Shift Pattern

12-hour day shifts: 6:00am – 6:00pm.

Week 1 and 3: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (4 days on, 3 days off).

Week 2 and 4: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (3 days on, 4 days off).

A full yearly shift pattern will be provided.

Benefits

• Bupa Health Cash Plan.
• Flexible contributory pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounts on selected technology and homeware retailers.
• Discounted cycle scheme.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Access to a reward and benefits platform.

If you have previous supervisory experience in food manufacturing and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!