Production Team Leader

Production Team Leader

• Annual Salary: £31,000 - £33,000 (DOE)
• Location: Market Drayton, Shropshire
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)

Join one of the UK's leading gingerbread manufacturers as a Team Leader. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will manage the day-to-day production operations in your designated area and team, ensuring operational targets are met and standards relating to food safety, health and safety, and quality are maintained.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead and motivate a team of production operatives to achieve targets, fostering a culture of efficiency and compliance with company values.
• Manage shift efficiency of production lines, ensuring adherence to production plans and set KPIs.
• Control costs effectively, including waste, labour costs, and material usage.
• Ensure compliance with food quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Oversee the quality of all products in line with the ISO 9001 Quality System.
• Handle HR/people matters in conjunction with the HR/Production Manager, including disciplinary and grievance cases, absence reviews, and return to work interviews.
• Support staff induction, training, appraisals, and development reviews, and plan for succession within the teams.
• Ensure consistent implementation of new policies, procedures, and company initiatives.
• Promote innovative solutions to maximise efficiency and foster a continuous improvement approach.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as required by the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a team leader or managerial role within the manufacturing industry, ideally in food manufacturing.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships and effectively communicate with both management and staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong numerical and organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office packages; training will be provided for MRP platforms.
• Leadership/Management training or qualifications are desirable.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake further training to support the position.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Structured working hours with early finish.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

To apply for this Team Leader position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.