Shift Supervisor – Night Shift Location: Coventry
Hours: 3 days on / 3 days off | 6:00pm – 6:00am
Salary: circa £40,000 plus bonus - max 10% of salary
Are 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 managementWhat 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 softwareDesirable (not essential):
IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
HACCP awareness
Formal training in operations, production, or team leadershipWhy 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 innovationIf 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