Production Team Leader

Due to an internal promotion and an expanding workload, our well established client is seeking a Team Leader to join their busy Production Team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in the food sector by leading a team of people within a dynamic department. If you\’re passionate about quality, safety, and customer service, this could be the perfect role for you.

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This is a hands-on and physically active role that requires manual handling and working in a temperature controlled environment with temperatures between 2-6 Celsius

Main duties;

* Lead, motivate, and train staff through practical instruction, ensuring line efficiency

* Work as part of a leadership team to uphold and exceed internal and external quality standards.

* Ensure all production records are completed accurately and efficiently.

* Report any maintenance, quality, or production issues promptly and accurately.

* Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards across all operations

* Assist in fostering a safe work environment, following Health and Safety policies.

* Provide flexibility to cover various shifts, ensuring production needs are met.

About You (Essential);

* Proven experience as a team leader in a busy production environment

* Knowledge of Health and Safety standards and safe working practises.

* Strong attention to detail, commitment, and motivation

* Excellent communication skills to foster positive working relationships

About You (Desirable);

* Familiarity with food production, HACCP, and KPIs

* Experience in dairy or food production industry

Summary

Days worked: Monday – Saturday

Hours: Minimum of 37.5 hours, five shifts per week

Start Times: 0515, 1330, with finish times based on production demands

Benefits;

* Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.

* 22 days\’ holiday plus bank holiday allowance; with an additional day after 3 years of service.

* Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500).

* Cycle to work scheme.

* Discounted products and delivery options.

* Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions).

* Health and well-being support through Simply Health

If you are a strong communicator with high levels of commitment and a desire to lead and inspire others, we would love to hear from you.

Swift (Gloucester) are acting as an employment agency in regards to this vacancy