Gluten-Free Manufacturing Team Lead – Operations

Finsbury Food; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts via Benefits Hub

Refer a Friend

Employee Recognition Awards

Learning & Development opportunities

Job summary

Finsbury Food Group, Ultrapharm site in Pontypool, is seeking an Advanced Team Member to lead a production line with focus on safety, quality and efficiency. You will coach the team, monitor performance and support line changeovers in a gluten‑free bakery environment.

Join a site dedicated to premium gluten‑free products, delivering for major retailers. The role offers development opportunities and a hands‑on leadership path in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple production lines in a food manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of Food Safety, GMP, HACCP and quality standards.
• Capable of completing production documentation and compliance paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day operation of assigned production line, ensuring safety, quality, output and compliance.
• Lead by example on the shop floor, coaching and motivating the team while fostering a positive environment.
• Monitor line performance, run rates, downtime and efficiency to keep production on track.
• Support changeovers, line setup and basic fault resolution with accurate records.
• Train and onboard new starters, guide agency colleagues, and ensure effective shift communication.
• Provide ASH cover one level up and one level down when required.
• Maintain food safety, health & safety, GMP, hygiene and housekeeping standards.
• Identify issues and non-conformances, supporting continuous improvement to reduce waste.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Food safety GMP

HACCP knowledge

Quality documentation

IT skills

Team coaching

Attention to detail

Job description

Finsbury Food Group, Ultrapharm site in Pontypool, is seeking an Advanced Team Member to lead a production line with focus on safety, quality and efficiency. You will coach the team, monitor performance and support line changeovers in a gluten‑free bakery environment.

Join a site dedicated to premium gluten‑free products, delivering for major retailers. The role offers development opportunities and a hands‑on leadership path in a dynamic manufacturing setting.