Production Team Leader

Permanent Night Shift

Bristol

Up to £38,000 DOE

Sunday–Thursday, 10pm–6am

Ready to take the next step in your production career?

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Production Operative, Line Leader or Supervisor ready to develop into a Team Leader with a growing food manufacturing business in Bristol.

Working alongside the Night Shift Team Leader, you’ll help run the shift, support the production team and ensure targets for output, quality and safety are achieved. You’ll also have opportunities to deputise for the Team Leader and gain experience across the wider operation.

Production Team Leader Key Responsibilities

• Support and deputise for the Night Shift Team Leader.
• Lead and motivate the production team to achieve production targets.
• Provide Team Leader cover during holidays and absence.
• Work with Engineering to resolve machinery issues and minimise downtime.
• Maintain food safety, quality, health & safety and housekeeping standards.
• Support training, problem-solving and continuous improvement.

About You

• Experience in food manufacturing, FMCG or a similar production environment.
• Previous experience as a Senior Operator, Line Leader, Supervisor or Team Leader.
• A hands-on approach with good leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Mechanical, engineering or fault-finding experience would be advantageous.
• FLT licence (Bendi or counterbalance) desirable.
• Reliable and comfortable working independently on night shifts.

The Opportunity

• Competitive salary of £up to £38,000, depending on experience.
• Develop your leadership skills and work towards running your own team.
• Gain valuable experience in a growing manufacturing business.

Ready to step up? If you’re an experienced Production Operative looking for more responsibility and a genuine opportunity to progress, we’d love to hear from you.