About this role
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced production leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment where quality, efficiency and people development come together? Driscoll’s Maidstone is looking for a Production Supervisor who ensures our packing lines run smoothly while leading and supporting a motivated team. The working hours for this job are Friday trough Tuesday, with Wednesdays and Thursdays off. Since we work 12-hour shifts, the start time will vary between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., to be agreed upon.
Responsibilities In this role, you take ownership of the daily production performance, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality operations. You lead by example, support your team, and collaborate closely with other departments to deliver outstanding results.
• Ensure efficient operation of all packing lines according to customer specifications.
• Organise daily production planning, forecasting and workforce allocation.
• Lead the production team with a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Ensure all Health & Safety and food safety procedures are followed.
• Process and close all production jobs daily, including cost and waste data.
• Work closely with QA, Warehouse, Product Allocation, Engineering and Supply Chain.
• Monitor line equipment functionality and escalate issues to Maintenance.
• Provide training, identify development needs and coach key staff.
• Ensure accurate documentation of Class 2, waste, and weight control (incl. Marco scales).
• Maintain hygiene standards, including “clean as you go” procedures.
Candidate Profile You are a confident and engaging leader who knows how to manage people, processes and performance. You communicate clearly, solve challenges proactively and maintain structure in a dynamic environment.
• Extensive experience in a similar role, preferably within the soft fruit or food industry. • Strong leadership and communication skills across all levels. • A proactive, solution-driven mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. • Excellent organisational and time-management skills. • Solid understanding of cost control, planning and production processes. • Good IT skills, including Word and Excel. • Ability to delegate effectively and follow up where needed. • Strong team player able to collaborate across professional and cultural boundaries. • A working style based on Humility, Trustworthiness and Passion.