Cell Leader

TN United Kingdom; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cell Leader to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing a production cell within a designated factory area, ensuring staff are trained and operations run smoothly. The ideal candidate will have previous supervisory experience in FMCG or food production, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. With a commitment to continuous improvement and safety, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a thriving organization dedicated to sustainability and employee development.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Discounted leisure membership

Discounted vegetable box scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Investors in People Silver Award

Committed to sustainability

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Area Manager with H&S improvement plans.
• Ensure staff training and conduct regular reviews.
• Monitor product quality and efficiency.

Skills

Man management/team leader/supervisory experience

FMCG or Food/Fresh Produce experience

Strong communication skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

English Level 3

Job description

An exciting time to join Barfoots! With our continued growth and on-going development, there has never been a better time to join us.

Applications are welcome from committed, reliable and proactive individuals, capable of operating efficiently in a fast paced, dynamic working environment. Reporting directly to the Area Manager, candidates will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and will be responsible for managing a production cell within a designated factory area. This will include both day-to-day and process improvement planning along with overseeing the safe working practices of operators and machinery.

The Role

Cell Leader

The Cell Leader will work closely with the team, ensuring staff are suitably trained to carry out tasks and duties, conducting regular review and feedback meetings, whilst also focusing on continuous improvement.

The Hours:

This role will operate a 4 days on, 4 days off, 12 hour shift pattern.

Please note this position involves working in a temperature controlled (3 to 5ºc) environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Area Manager in developing and implementing H&S improvement plans
2. Ensure all staff have the correct role training to carry out assigned tasks
3. Conduct regular staff reviews and feedback meetings
4. Ensure that all products meet quality standards
5. Ensure maximum efficiency through monitoring yield/pack out

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

1. Previous man management/team leader/supervisory experience
2. Previous FMCG or Food/Fresh Produce experience
3. Strong communication skills – English Level 3
4. Good numerical and analytical skills
5. Able to work under pressure & to deadlines
6. Good organisational skills
7. Strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

1. Investors in People Silver Award
2. Company pension scheme
3. Discounted leisure membership
4. Discounted vegetable box scheme
5. Cycle to work scheme
6. Approved centre for Highfield qualifications
7. Free on-site parking
8. Committed to sustainability