At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a high-performing team in a fast-paced operations environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic FMCG company focused on continuous improvement and employee development.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, gym discounts, critical illness cover, and enhanced parental leave.
- Other info: We value diversity and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving performance and unlocking your team's potential.
- Qualifications: Experience in line management within FMCG or similar operational settings is essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Role Overview
As the Line Operations Manager you will be accountable for the stability, capability, and continuous improvement of operations over time. In this role, you will enable performance not by directly running the shift, but by coaching and developing Frontline Managers (FLMs), establishing strong operating routines, and driving improvement plans focused on addressing root causes rather than short‑term fixes.
Responsibilities
- Role modelling high standards at all times and ensuring full compliance with safety requirements.
- Demonstrating high Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and housekeeping standards.
- Making decisions that sustain and strengthen operational foundations.
- Interfacing with planning, logistics, and site operations teams to ensure the Lincoln site is operating effectively within the end‑to‑end (E2E) supply chain.
- Leading the team by managing and inspiring performance, guiding career development, and driving employee retention and engagement.
- Building organisational capability to deliver strong results and unlock employees' potential.
- Developing and leading a high‑performing team, driving accountability and ensuring delivery of results in a 24/7 operation.
- Identifying capability gaps impacting performance and addressing them, including leveraging external expertise where required.
- Demonstrating strong leadership in challenging situations, using them as opportunities to reinforce leadership capability.
- Supporting, managing, and coaching the Line Engineering Lead to maintain and further develop line/area maintenance systems, improving reliability and equipment effectiveness.
- Supporting, managing, and coaching the Specialist/Process Engineer to maintain and improve equipment, processes, and operating standards, driving overall area performance.
- Having first‑line leadership experience and demonstrating leadership across operations, safety, and quality.
- Demonstrating clear experience in a mid‑to‑senior‑level line‑management role within FMCG (manufacturing or logistics) or a similar fast‑paced operational environment.
- Demonstrating strong communication, influencing, and analytical skills, and effectively managing stakeholders.
- Demonstrating proven experience in continuous improvement.
- Applying structured problem‑solving tools and methodologies.
- Demonstrating a flexible, "can do" attitude to role and responsibilities.
- Being results‑driven and understanding the link between actions and outcomes.
- Influencing upwards and across the organisation.
- Demonstrating strong IT and presentation skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Critical illness cover.
- Discounted gym memberships.
- Enhanced parental leave.
- Electric car schemes.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide any necessary adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.
We think you need these skills to ace Line Operations Manager - Frypack
Leadership Skills
Coaching and Development
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
Operational Management
Continuous Improvement
Stakeholder Management
Analytical Skills
