Salary: £14.90 - 14.90 per hour
Reference: 558422
Production Line Leader
Location: Evesham
Salary: £31,000 per year
Shift Pattern: Rotational shifts – Monday to Sunday
Environment: Chilled food production
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Production Line Leader to join our team in Evesham.
This is a great opportunity for someone with previous production, food manufacturing or team leader/supervisory experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and leading a team to achieve production, quality and safety targets.
The Role
As a Production Line Leader, you will be responsible for supervising and supporting a team of Production Operatives, including agency staff, ensuring the production line runs safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
Please note: The company operates 7 days a week, so this is not a Monday-to-Friday role. You will be required to work a rotational shift pattern, including weekends, according to the business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, organise and allocate team members to meet daily production targets.
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Set up the production line and ensure jobs are completed with minimal disruption.
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Monitor production performance against targets and take action where required.
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Order raw materials and packaging as needed.
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Ensure the correct packaging is being used and avoid unnecessary packaging on the line.
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Complete production/job sheets accurately and on time.
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Monitor performance boards and ensure any missing information or reasons are recorded.
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Ensure quality standards and service levels are consistently achieved.
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Monitor waste and help reduce waste in line with company targets.
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Complete required Health & Safety checks and report any issues promptly.
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Ensure accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions are reported.
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Make sure the team follows all Health & Safety procedures and uses PPE correctly.
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Keep the production area clean, organised and tidy.
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Identify and report recurring production issues to the Section Controller and Shift Manager.
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Support managers and supervisors with the day-to-day running of the operation.
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Act as a point of contact for team members and escalate any concerns when required.
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Deputise for colleagues or the immediate line manager when trained and competent to do so.
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Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the business.
What We’re Looking For
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Previous experience in a Production, Manufacturing or Team Leader/Supervisory role is desirable.
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Food production experience is an advantage.
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Experience working in a chilled environment is desirable.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to delegate, motivate and brief a team effectively.
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Confident leading a diverse team and working with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
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Reliable, organised and self-motivated.
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Able to work independently and use your own initiative.
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Good understanding of Health & Safety.
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Basic Food Hygiene and Manual Handling qualifications are advantageous.
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Flexible and willing to work a rotational shift pattern, including weekends.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Your team and production line will be expected to achieve:
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Production targets and planned output
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Right First Time quality standards
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High Health & Safety standards
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Minimal waste
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A clean, safe and well-organised production area
Apply Now
If you have previous team leader, supervisory or production experience and are looking for a permanent opportunity in Evesham, we would love to hear from you!
Please note: This is a 7-day operation and the successful candidate must be available to work rotational shifts, including weekends.
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