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.