Line Leader

Mploy Staffing Solutions; Bridport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected food manufacturing business in Bridport seeks a Line Leader to oversee production operations and manage team performance. You will be responsible for ensuring product quality, enforcing safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates have food manufacturing experience and relevant certifications. This is a leadership role within a supportive environment that emphasizes teamwork and development.

Benefits

Access to ongoing training and development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a production environment.
• Certification in food hygiene is mandatory.
• Familiarity with LEAN principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a production line ensuring smooth operations.
• Lead, support and coach team members.
• Conduct quality checks for compliance with standards.

Skills

Experience in a food manufacturing or production environment

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Computer literacy

Education

Level 2 and 3 Food Hygiene certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Are you an experienced production operative ready to step into a leadership role?

Join a respected food manufacturing business as a Line Leader. You’ll take charge of a specific production line or area, leading teams across multiple levels to ensure consistent product quality, operational efficiency, and adherence to food safety standards.

What You’ll Do

1. Take ownership of a production line or area, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
2. Lead, support & coach team members and manage performance.
3. Adjust equipment settings and manage availability to maintain continuous production flow.
4. Conduct quality checks, sampling, and data entry to ensure compliance with internal standards and audit requirements.
5. Enforce and model adherence to health & safety, food safety, and quality procedures.
6. Identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
7. Collaborate across departments and act as the first line of resolution for production challenges.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a food manufacturing or production environment.
• Level 2 and 3 Food Hygiene certification.
• Manual handling awareness and forklift certification (where relevant).
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and production systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• People management or supervisory training.
• Familiarity with LEAN principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

You’ll Thrive Here If You:

• Lead with integrity, professionalism, and a proactive mindset.
• Embrace responsibility and are motivated to achieve team goals.
• Enjoy fostering collaboration and supporting team development.
• Strive for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Why Join Us?

• Step into a leadership role in a dynamic and growing business.
• Access to ongoing training and development.
• Work in a supportive environment that values teamwork, quality, and innovation.
• Ready to lead a team and make an impact?

Apply today and help drive excellence on the production floor.