Warehouse Supervisor
Warehouse Supervisor
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week
Weekly rotating shifts – Days/Back Shifts/Night Shift
- Employer Contribution Company Pension
- Life Insurance
- Holiday Club - Discounted Holiday Rates/Breaks
- Employee Benefits Platform
- Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access
Prima is a leading award winning, multi-site cheese processing company. Operating within the B2B markets domestically and Internationally with an outstanding reputation for quality, consistency, and service. Committed to delivering success and excellence to both our customer and teams in a respectful, inclusive and supportive working environment.
With a proud 29 year heritage and continuous expansion this is a fantastic opportunity to join us in our exciting journey.
We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to join our well-established team
We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to take a leading role within our operation. This is a hands-on, people focused position where you’ll oversee daily warehouse activities, support a strong team culture, and help us maintain high standards in safety, quality, stock accuracy and operational flow.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment, brings strong leadership, and enjoys finding better ways of doing things.
Key Responsibilities
Operational
- Oversee all warehouse activities during your shift, ensuring smooth running of goods-in, dispatch, stock movement and storage.
- Maintain high customer satisfaction through accurate picking, receiving and dispatching of goods.
- Ensure warehouse processes are followed safely and effectively, including H&S, 5S, SOPs and food safety standards.
- Complete daily warehouse inspections and maintain excellent housekeeping (5S).
- Organise stock rotation, conduct regular stock counts and support inventory accuracy.
- Manage FLT and pallet truck allocation to ensure full operational capacity.
- Coordinate with production, planning, technical, and transport to maintain workflow and resolve issues quickly.
- Support continuous improvement projects and encourage team involvement in finding better, safer, smarter ways of working.
People Management
- Lead, support, and motivate a team of production operatives, ensuring they work safely and effectively.
- Develop a high-performing team culture with clear expectations and positive reinforcement.
- Actively promote inclusion, respect, and well-being among all staff.
- Handle team management duties such as resource planning, holiday approval, absence management, and performance conversations.
- Escalate disciplinary and grievance matters appropriately and in line with company procedures.
- Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in a warehouse supervisory role is essential.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, stock control, goods-in/out processes and FLT management.
- Confident people leader with the ability to coach, motivate and support others.
- Positive, strong mindset with the ability to remain calm and solutions-focused under pressure.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
- FLT Counterbalance licence (essential).
- Comfortable working in a busy, multicultural environment and promoting a respectful team culture.
- Good IT literacy (Excel, warehouse systems) and the ability to maintain accurate records.
Training & Development Requirements
We are committed to ensuring full support and training, the successful applicant must be willing to undertake:
- Level 1 & 2 Food Safety Training if not already held.
- In-house people management training, aligned with our company values and management expectations.
- If not already held, accredited external training in people management, delivered by a recognised provider.
Completion of these training programmes is mandatory and forms part of your success in the role.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a supportive, inclusive culture where your voice is heard.
- Be part of a company that champions both operational excellence and people development.
- Enjoy competitive pay and a benefits package that recognises your contribution.
Sound like you?
If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and deliver results, apply today and start your journey with us.
Closing date Friday 12th December 2025
How to apply
To apply for this role please fill out the application form below.
To find out more about the role please direct any queries to
recruitment@primacheese.com