Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited

Line Leader (NEW)

WV14 7HT

Key information

Pay
£28,000 to £35,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
7 Oct 2026
Closing date
6 Nov 2026

About this role

Owen Payne Recruitment are excited to be partnering with a well-established

Food Manufacturing Business based in the

Wolverhampton area

.

As a

Supervisor / Line Leader, you’ll take ownership of your production area, driving performance, maintaining quality and leading your team to success.

You’ll play a key role in the wider operation, stepping up for the Production Manager when required and contributing to key decisions. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to progress into Production Management.

What’s in it for you?

  • Permanent role from day 1
  • Competitive salary
  • Full training to develop and enhance your skills
  • Fantastic opportunities to progress into more skilled roles, leadership positions and permanent career opportunities
  • On-site parking and easy access via local transport routes
  • Great benefits, perks and a supportive working environment
  • A diverse workplace where your work plays a key role in product safety, legality and quality

MORNINGS

  • Days of Work - Monday to Friday – Hours Vary

OR

AFTERNOONS

  • Days of Work – Tuesday to Saturday – Hours Vary

Pay

  • Dependant on level £28,000-£35,000
  • Overtime, Weekends & Bank Holidays rates vary

The Role

As a Level 2 Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading a production team to achieve operational targets while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will take ownership of your production area, support continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in the day-to-day running of the operation. In the absence of the Production Manager, you will confidently step into a leadership role and support wider business objectives.

What we’re looking for in a

Supervisor / Line Leader

  • Food manufacturing experience (poultry advantageous)
  • Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
  • Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Ambition to progress into a Production Manager role

If you're ready to take the next step as a

Supervisor / Line Leader, build on your existing skills and become part of a fast-paced, growing manufacturing environment,

we’d love to hear from you!