Team Leader – Production, Packing & Prep (Food Manufacturing)

Location: Redditch
Salary: £29,300 per annum + £1600 per year shift allowance. 
Shifts Available:

• Sunday to Thursday, 2pm - 11pm

Lead, Motivate and Deliver in a Dynamic Food Manufacturing Environment

Are you a hands-on leader with experience in food manufacturing or packing operations? Do you take pride in motivating teams within a chilled environment while maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety?

We are seeking dedicated Team Leaders to oversee production lines across the Production, Packing and Prep departments. You will drive performance, ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards, and promote operational efficiency at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams within the Production, Packing and Prep departments, fostering a positive and productive work environment

• Allocate daily tasks effectively, providing clear and supportive leadership to meet operational goals

• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, GMP and health & safety regulations at all times

• Conduct food safety audits and maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation

• Monitor production line performance, troubleshoot basic equipment issues, and escalate complex problems to Engineering promptly

• Motivate your teams to consistently achieve production targets, uphold quality standards and meet deadlines

• Communicate any delays, shortages or equipment issues clearly and proactively to management

• Support new product launches, trials and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance

Person Specification

• Proven experience in food manufacturing, packing or production leadership roles

• Experience working in chilled environments (preferably between 4°C and 8°C)

• Fluent English communication skills (reading, writing and speaking) essential for accurate documentation

• Strong leadership, communication and people management capabilities

• Positive, proactive and adaptable approach to work

• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking a hands-on, fast-paced role

Site Rules and Expectations

• PPE must be worn at all times, including wellington boots, hair nets and beard snoods

• No jewellery, false nails, false eyelashes, heavy makeup or visible piercings are permitted on site

Performance Standards

• Maintain a GMP audit score of 85% or above

• Achieve plan attainment targets of 95% or higher

• Ensure accurate completion of all paperwork and Critical Control Point (CCP) checks

• Minimise waste and product giveaway effectively

Training and Development

• Food Safety Level 2 certification

• Good Manufacturing Practise (GMP), Allergen and Brand Integrity Controls

• Organic Controls, Traceability and Record Keeping

• ASC/MSC Awareness and Fire Safety training

• Coaching, Mentoring, BEF Leadership and Values development

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