Chargehand: Lead Packed Products Operations & Safety

Tarmac Trading Limited; Northwich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Reward website access

Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac Trading Limited is seeking an experienced Chargehand for our Packed Products site in Northwich. You will support the Site Supervisor and Site Manager, coordinating operatives and overseeing daily operations to meet production targets and uphold quality and safety standards.

You will lead on the shop floor, drive continuous improvement, and act as a key liaison with Contractors across shifts. A strong communicator with team leadership skills is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production/dispatch environment is essential.
• Proven ability to lead on the shop floor and coordinate operatives.
• Awareness of health and safety standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Packed Products team and coordinate shift activities.
• Deliver site handovers and ensure smooth production flow.
• Maintain high OEE through KPI monitoring and proactive issue resolution.
• Carry out general housekeeping to WGLL standards and promote safety culture.
• Engage with Contractors and act as main point of contact for site rules and safety.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Numeracy

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Diesel counterbalance forklift

Job description

Tarmac Trading Limited is seeking an experienced Chargehand for our Packed Products site in Northwich. You will support the Site Supervisor and Site Manager, coordinating operatives and overseeing daily operations to meet production targets and uphold quality and safety standards.

You will lead on the shop floor, drive continuous improvement, and act as a key liaison with Contractors across shifts. A strong communicator with team leadership skills is essential for this role.