Senior Team Leader – Packing & Assembly - Monday - Friday PM

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Senior Team Leader – Packing & Assembly - Monday - Friday PM

Job Reference charliebighams/TP/19158/527

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Senior Team Leader – Packing & Assembly | Over £42k + Bonus | Choice of 2 Permanent PM Shifts

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Closing Date:

30/09/2026

Job Category:

Production/Manufacturing

Region / Division:

Wells; Somerset

Package Description

Lead high-performing teams. Drive operational excellence. Help create the exceptional food Charlie Bigham's is known for.

We’re looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Team Leader to join our Packing & Assembly operation in Wells. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven people leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about delivering results through their team.

What’s In It For You?

• £23.95 - £24.63 per hour inclusive of all premiums
• Overtime paid at £27+ per hour
• Quarterly bonus
• 28 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
• Free Bigham’s meals to take home
• Life assurance benefit
• Medicash and online GP service
• Discounts with popular high-street retailers
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised canteen

Job Introduction

As a Senior Team Leader, you’ll take ownership of safety, quality, productivity and people performance across a key production area. You’ll lead by example, coach and develop Team Leaders and Operatives, and play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement across the operation.

Choose from Two Permanent Shift Patterns

Monday – Friday, 4:00pm – Midnight

• £23.95 per hour inclusive of all premiums
• Equivalent to over £42kper year

Monday – Friday, 5:00pm – 1:00am

• £24.63 per hour inclusive of all premiums
• Equivalent toover £43k per year

Main Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Deliver daily safety, quality and production targets.
• Manage labour, resources and operational performance within your area.
• Drive GMP, Health & Safety and quality standards.
• Coach Team Leaders and Operatives to maximise capability and engagement.
• Resolve operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Work closely with wider departments to ensure successful delivery of the production plan.
• Support succession planning, training and employee development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous leadership experience within a manufacturing, food production, logistics or operational environment
• A proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams
• Strong people management and communication skills
• A hands-on leadership style with a passion for achieving results
• The ability to make decisions, solve problems and perform under pressure
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Someone who embodies our values of bringing extraordinary, bringing people together and bringing real care & attention

About The Company

At Charlie Bigham’s, we’re passionate about creating remarkable food and building exceptional teams. This is a rare opportunity to join our leadership team in a highly visible role where you’ll have real influence, develop others, and make a significant impact on business performance.