Front Line Lead: Production & Team Coach

Westmill Foods Limited; Selby; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% incentive plan

Paid overtime

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Westmill Foods Limited in Selby is seeking a Front Line Lead to guide a packing-hall team of around eight. You will stay hands-on, keep production on track and develop staff while maintaining safety and quality at the forefront of every shift.

You’ll report to the Operations Manager, coordinating with the Head Miller on priorities and downtime reduction, with opportunities to grow in leadership and production planning over time.

Qualifications

• Experience leading production teams or line leaders in manufacturing.
• Strong communication and practical problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with production planning and continuous improvement concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead around eight colleagues in packing hall, ensuring smooth production.
• Coach and develop the team, recognise good work and tackle issues.
• Keep safety, food quality and hygiene at the heart of every shift.
• Collaborate with Head Miller to plan milling and production priorities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime and improve line performance.
• Support other Front Line Leads and step in for Operations Manager when required.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Production planning

Continuous improvement

Tools

SCADA system

Job description

Westmill Foods Limited in Selby is seeking a Front Line Lead to guide a packing-hall team of around eight. You will stay hands-on, keep production on track and develop staff while maintaining safety and quality at the forefront of every shift.

You’ll report to the Operations Manager, coordinating with the Head Miller on priorities and downtime reduction, with opportunities to grow in leadership and production planning over time.