Production Shift Supervisor - FMCG

URGENT*** Shift Leader – Production (FMCG) Basingstoke | £32,500 | Afternoon Shift (2pm–10pm) We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established FMCG production business in the Basingstoke area for an experienced Shift Leader to take ownership of their afternoon shift. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume FMCG environment, keeping the production floor running smoothly, hitting output targets, maintaining exacting quality and hygiene standards, and getting the best out of their team. What you’ll be doing You’ll lead and supervise the production team during your shift, allocating tasks and resource to meet the production plan, and running clear shift briefings and handovers so nothing gets lost between teams. In a high-speed FMCG setting, you’ll monitor output and line performance against targets, stepping in quickly to address any shortfalls, and support efficient changeovers and line set-up to keep downtime to a minimum. You’ll also maintain accurate production and batch records using in-house systems, carry out quality checks and take corrective action where needed, and uphold the strict hygiene, GMP and product safety standards expected in consumer goods manufacturing, including cleaning schedules, allergen controls, traceability and housekeeping. On the people side, you’ll motivate, coach and support your team, handling p...