Shift Supervisor - Days - ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd : Job Details

Shift Supervisor – Day ShiftLocation: CoventryHours: 3 days on / 3 days off | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PMSalary: circa £35,000 plus bonus - max 10% of salaryAre you an experienced team leader with a background in FMCG, logistics, or food production?Join a forward-thinking, 24/7 operation at the heart of the supply chain industry as a Shift Supervisor. You’ll play a vital role in overseeing day-to-day operations and driving team performance within a high-volume, fast-paced, and automated facility.Your Role: As Shift Supervisor, you’ll take full ownership of operational performance during your shift. Leading a team of up to 20 operatives and agency staff, you’ll be responsible for delivering service, safety, and efficiency targets—keeping the operation running smoothly from inbound to dispatch.Key Responsibilities:

• Full responsibility for site operations during your 12-hour shift
• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of warehouse and production operatives
• Conduct daily safety checks, shift briefings, and quality audits
• Maintain HSE and company policy compliance at all times
• Plan and allocate labour to meet fluctuating production demands, especially during peak times
• Manage stock control, cycle counts, and system reporting
• Monitor machinery performance, escalate issues, and support light troubleshooting (basic engineering knowledge desirable)
• Coordinate with internal departments, suppliers, and customers to ensure seamless communication
• Complete accurate shift reports and performance tracking
• Handle HR duties: return-to-work interviews, absence tracking, holiday planning, and basic performance management

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience in a supervisory role within logistics, production, FMCG, or food-related industries
• Confident leading both permanent and temporary/agency teams
• Strong understanding of health & safety (HSE) policies and compliance
• Able to work effectively in a 24/7 operation, especially in high-pressure or peak periods
• Familiarity with automated systems and machinery (some engineering insight is a plus)
• Excellent communication skills in spoken and written English
• Comfortable using IT systems including Excel, Word, Teams, and warehouse/production software

Desirable (not essential):

• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
• HACCP awareness
• Formal training in operations, production, or team leadership

Why Apply?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity with a leading logistics provider
• Competitive salary circa £35k DOE plus max 10% bonus
• Be part of a proactive, supportive, and high-performing team
• Clear progression pathway in a growing business
• Modern, automated facility committed to quality and innovation

If you’re ready to lead from the front and thrive in a role where no two days are the same, apply today and take the next step in your operations career.