Steele Charles are delighted to be representing a leading multi-national food manufacturing business supplying chilled, high-risk, and high-care products to major UK retailers. Operating from a high-specification facility in West London, the site is fully accredited to BRCGS standards and committed to delivering the highest levels of food safety, quality, and service.
Role Overview
Our client is seeking a proactive and hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to support the day-to-day management of warehouse operations on a high-care food production site. Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the successful candidate will oversee a team of warehouse operatives across a shift pattern that includes late evenings (up to 1am), ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant handling of materials and finished goods.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise warehouse operatives to ensure all inbound, outbound, and internal movements of stock are completed safely and on time.
* Uphold BRCGS and internal standards in all warehouse activities, especially in high-care and chilled zones.
* Monitor team performance, provide on-the-floor coaching, and ensure adherence to GMP, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
* Maintain accurate stock handling practices, including real-time scanning, traceability, segregation, and allergen control.
* Ensure smooth handovers between shifts and clear communication with production, planning, and logistics functions.
* Promote and enforce compliance with SOPs, 5S, and safe systems of work.
* Support audits (internal, BRCGS, and customer) with documentation and operational readiness.
* Report issues and escalate problems to the Warehouse Manager in a timely manner.
* Encourage a positive and productive team environment, leading by example in all aspects of warehouse work.
Candidate Requirements
* Experience in a warehouse or logistics supervisory role within chilled or high-care food manufacturing.
* Solid understanding of BRCGS, GMP, and food safety requirements in a warehouse environment.
* Confident team leader with a hands-on approach and strong attention to detail.
* Flexible to work late evening shifts (up to 1am) and adapt to the demands of a fast-paced operation.
* Knowledge of stock control systems (WMS/ERP) and scanning technology preferred.
* Good communication and organisational skills.
* Understanding of HACCP and allergen management desirable.
* Basic Health & Safety awareness; a qualification (e.g., IOSH) is a plus.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive hourly rate/salary with shift allowance (if applicable)
* Permanent role within a well-established, international food manufacturing group
* Opportunity for progression within a high-performance, high-compliance operation
* Structured onboarding and support from experienced management
Please apply with an up to date CV or get in touch for more information.