Line Leader

Our client, a well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business, is seeking an experienced Line Leader to join their Packing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful organisation with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Due to the rural location of the site, own transport is essential, as public transport options are limited.

Hours

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 06:15 – 15:00

Key Responsibilities

Operational Performance

• Manage a specific packing line area or function to ensure production targets are met.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of labour, machinery, and materials.
• Coordinate raw materials and packaging supplies to prevent production stoppages.
• Reduce waste and support cost-effective production practices.
• Ensure equipment and personnel are prepared and available before shift start-up and changeovers.

Team Leadership

• Lead, motivate, and develop team members.
• Monitor and maintain positive staff morale.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet production requirements.
• Encourage a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all production records are completed accurately and on time.
• Promote and maintain high standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene.
• Ensure correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Report issues that may impact production output, quality, or safety.
• Support compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Support operational improvements that deliver measurable business benefits.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and best practice.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Adaptable and flexible to meet changing production demands.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with good accuracy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good standard of spoken and written English.
• Quality-focused approach to work.
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to achieve within 12 months).
• Ambitious, proactive, and driven to identify and implement improvements.

Desirable Requirements

• Food manufacturing or process manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of quality and compliance systems.
• Understanding of allergen awareness.
• Training in Manual Handling, COSHH, and Risk Assessment.
• Additional Health & Safety qualifications or training.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Company pension scheme
• Profit-related bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee discounts and rewards platform
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Additional company benefits

Apply Now or for more information call Meda on 01476574514 or email meda@ambitionspersonnel.com

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