Dairy Operations Team Lead – Lean, Quality & Safety

ARLA; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ARLA in Leeds is seeking an Operations Team Leader to drive Creamery production, set daily objectives and lead a team toward Lean-driven improvements. You will champion safety, quality and efficiency, guiding teams to meet KPI targets and sustain high standards across the production line.

The role emphasizes Lean techniques, problem solving and effective communication to deliver operational plans and continuous improvement within a large dairy facility.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Team Leader in a food manufacturing environment.
• Leads production teams using Lean tools and continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving and effective communication skills.
• Planning and organising workloads with cost awareness.
• Accountable for safety, quality and productivity KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver operational plans and set day-to-day team objectives.
• Lead production teams to improve performance using Lean tools.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for safety, quality, delivery, productivity and sustainability.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean tools

Problem solving

Communication skills

Planning & organisation

Cost awareness

Tools

APS

SPC

OEE

Job description

ARLA in Leeds is seeking an Operations Team Leader to drive Creamery production, set daily objectives and lead a team toward Lean-driven improvements. You will champion safety, quality and efficiency, guiding teams to meet KPI targets and sustain high standards across the production line.

The role emphasizes Lean techniques, problem solving and effective communication to deliver operational plans and continuous improvement within a large dairy facility.