Line Leader - Production

Role: Line Leader

Days and Hours:

Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday

Rates of pay ranging from

£12.13:- Knowledge of the role

£12.68:- Been in similar roles

£13.79 Very experienced Line Leader

Line Leader Responsibilities:

• Start-up Procedures: Perform all start-up checks online, ensuring equipment and processes are ready for production.
• Communication: Keep OS chiller and machine operators on your line informed about job priorities, and update them on any changes.
• Line Preparation: Prepare and efficiently set up the production line, ensuring smooth operation.
• Packaging & Label Collection: Collect packaging and labels from the packaging store and ensure that the Quality Control (QC) team checks all labels and packaging before starting the line.
• Fruit Checks: Verify that the correct variety and job number are present in the Wet area for the job at hand.
• Team Briefing: Instruct packers and line hygiene staff on upcoming jobs, providing clear directions as needed.
• Documentation: Complete all paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring records are up to date.
• Continuous Monitoring: Monitor the production sheet for any updates, such as additional fruit or packaging requirements. Order any extra materials in a timely manner and ensure QC checks them before use.
• Quality Control: Ensure that the QC team checks all extra bags and flow wrap samples before they are used in production.
• End-of-Job Procedures: Remove all packaging from the line after each job and return it to the packaging department. Ensure the line is clean and ready for the next task.
• Status Updates: Update job status on the production sheet according to SOPs and ensure all details are recorded.
• Completion Reporting: Report to the Packhouse Manager once all orders are completed.
• Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor team performance and production efficiency.
• Timely Completion: Ensure that all orders are completed accurately and on time, with legible and fully completed paperwork.
• Hygiene Compliance: Ensure that staff and packaging comply with hygiene regulations at all times.
• Auditing & Reporting: Prepare and submit various reports, including:
  • Audit reports for your area
  • Profit and loss reports
  • Downtime reports
  • External and internal rejection reports
  • Overtime and ETI reports

Key Skills & Qualities:

• Strong enthusiasm, self-confidence, and self-motivation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Flexible and proactive approach to tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail, especially in documentation and compliance.