Food Production - Team Leader

Adecco; Ashington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Food Production Team Leader in Ashington. The ideal candidate will lead and motivate a team, ensuring compliance with food safety standards while maintaining production efficiency. The role offers competitive salary, opportunities for overtime, and a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates should have previous experience in food production and demonstrated leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and shift allowances

Opportunities for overtime

Comprehensive training and development

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is essential.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Strong understanding of food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of production operatives to achieve daily targets.
• Plan and coordinate all production activities during your shift.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of food safety and quality standards

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for food manufacturing? We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Food Production Team Leader to join our growing team in Ashington. You\'ll play a key role in ensuring our production lines run smoothly, safely, and efficiently, delivering high-quality products to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of production operatives to achieve daily targets
• Plan and coordinate all production activities during your shift
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards at all times
• Monitor production output, quality, and efficiency, taking corrective action as needed
• Liaise with colleagues in planning, technical, and supply chain departments
• Maintain accurate production and personnel records
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and drive operational excellence
• Ensure smooth handovers between shifts and effective communication within the team
• Assist with training new staff and supporting team development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment (essential)
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team
• Strong understanding of food safety and quality standards
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems quickly
• Flexible approach to working hours and tasks

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and shift allowances
• Opportunities for overtime
• Comprehensive training and development
• Supportive team environment
• Career progression opportunities

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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