Production Team Leader

At Puratos, we believe in the magic of food to bring people together. As a global leader in bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients, we’re proud to support our customers in over 70 countries with innovative, high-quality solutions. With over 10,000 passionate employees and a turnover of €3.1 billion (2023), we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us.

In 2025, we’re expanding our Buckingham site and building brand-new operations teams. That’s where you come in.

Your Mission

As part of our rapidly expanding site, this Team Leader role offers a unique opportunity to build and lead a brand-new production team from the ground up. You’ll be at the heart of our mission—inspiring people, driving performance, and delivering excellence across every pillar of our operation: People, Safety, Quality, Service, and Cost.

This is more than just a leadership role, it\’s your chance to shape a high-performing team, champion continuous improvement, and make a real impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you\’re passionate about coaching others, solving problems, and creating a culture of collaboration and accountability, this is the role for you.

What you will do

Using your passion for quality and collaboration, you will:

• Inspire and Develop a High-Performing Team – Coach, motivate, and guide your team through every stage of growth, from onboarding to excellence.
• Champion a Culture of Safety – Drive a proactive safety mindset, ensuring a clean, compliant, and hazard-free environment.
• Deliver Quality at the Source – Own the process, master the standards, and ensure every product meets our high-quality benchmarks.
• Lead with Purpose and Clarity – Communicate effectively across shifts and departments, ensuring alignment and smooth handovers.
• Drive Operational Excellence – Monitor performance, solve problems, and continuously improve processes to hit KPIs across all five pillars.
• Plan and Execute with Precision – Support production planning, manage resources, and ensure on-time, in-full delivery.
• Be a Data-Driven Decision Maker – Use visual management and performance metrics to guide your team and report results.
• Champion Digital Tools – Lead the way in ERP/MES adoption and digital efficiency within your team.
• Optimise Costs and Resources – Maximise productivity, minimise waste, and ensure smart use of materials and budgets

What we expect from you

At Puratos, we believe in more than just skills; we value the mindset and behaviours that drive success. Here’s what we expect from you:

• Customer Focus – You’re curious about what people need, whether they’re colleagues or customers, and you act with care and efficiency to make their lives easier. You champion a customer-first mindset in everything you do.
• Team Collaboration – You work with others in a spirit of trust and respect. You’re open to new ideas, build strong relationships, and aim for shared success, because we’re better together.
• Clear Communication – You tailor your message to your audience, whether it’s face-to-face, in writing, or on the shop floor. You make sure everyone’s on the same page.
• Continuous Improvement – You take pride in high standards and are always looking for ways to do things better. You embrace feedback, adapt to change, and never stop learning.
• Performance Driven – You’re ambitious, accountable, and resilient. You plan smart, use resources wisely, and stay focused, even when things don’t go to plan.

What you can expect from Puratos

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

The benefits with this role include.

Competitive Salary – Reviewed annually to ensure we stay ahead of the market.

Annual Bonus Scheme – 5% standard, with stretch potential up to 10%.

Generous Pension Plan – Up to 7.5% employer contributions to support your future.

Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover fully paid, with options to add family members.

Up to 5 Weeks Annual Leave – Plus the flexibility to buy or sell additional days.

Enhanced Company Sick Pay – Because your health matters.

Learning & Development – Structured programs with a target of 5 learning days per year.

Wellbeing Matters – Access to our ‘Calling for Caring’ wellbeing initiatives.

Life Assurance – 2x your salary plus a 20% spouse pension.

Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most.

Loyal Service Awards – Celebrating your milestones with us.

Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life’s challenges.

High Street Discounts – Save with Perkbox perks.

Monthly ‘Magic Star’ Awards – Win £50 in vouchers for going above and beyond.

Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay healthy

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about helping others grow and want to be part of something magical, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future at Puratos.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

This is Puratos

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.