WE’RE HIRING! Line Controller - Ashbourne
Looking for a secure, well-paid job with great benefits and training?
Join the Pilgrim’s Europe Team in Ashbourne as a Line Controller.
Location: Blenheim Rd, Ashbourne, DE6 1HA
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Shift: Day shift :Monday to Friday 08.30-17.00
Pay rate: £15.23
We’re looking for an experienced Line Controller to manage and motivate a team to achieve daily packing and processing targets while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a production team to meet output and quality targets.
- Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety, Hygiene, and Quality standards.
- Monitor line performance, minimise downtime, and drive continuous improvement.
- Communicate effectively with team members and management on performance, issues, and targets.
- Organise labour, manage breaks, and ensure smooth shift handovers.
- Support and train team members to meet line and company requirements.
- Collaborate with other departments to maintain production flow and product quality.
- Complete KPI records and lead daily team briefings.
- Promote safe and environmentally responsible working practices.
Requirements:
- Proven experience managing or supervising a production team.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Hands-on approach with a focus on results and efficiency.
- Flexible and proactive attitude.
Benefits at Pilgrim's Europe:
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Competitive salary
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Many progression opportunities
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Pension scheme
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Continuous training provided
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Free on-site parking
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Life cover
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Shopping discounts
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Refer a friend scheme from £600 per person
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Discounted staff shop
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Subsidised transport from Derby
Apply Now!
For more information , please contact recruitment team on [email protected] or on 07483 177357.
- If we receive a large number of applications, we may bring the closing date forward. Applicants are therefore advised to submit their applications promptly.
Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.
We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.