Line Leader: Grow Talent & Drive Quality

Sofina Foods Europe; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Online benefits hub

Company pension

Life insurance

Wellbeing support

Employee referral programme

Onsite parking & canteen

Job summary

Sofina Foods Europe is hiring a Line Leader to support and develop a production team, driving quality and performance on the line. You will work closely with the Area Manager to develop capability, ensure compliance and hit safety and production targets.

The role offers exposure to people development, operational performance and continuous improvement in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This is a great step for aspiring leaders.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in production line equipment and throughput requirements.
• Confident communicator who can engage and support others.
• Able to motivate colleagues and contribute positively to team performance.
• Numerate and organised; able to complete documentation accurately.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily running of the production line alongside the Area Manager.
• Support line performance to achieve production targets, run speeds and quality standards.
• Train and develop new starters and existing operatives to build a multi-skilled team.
• Monitor team performance and contribute to individual training plans.
• Identify production challenges and support corrective actions to minimise disruption.
• Promote adherence to health and safety, food safety and technical standards.
• Encourage quality-focused behaviours and ensure non-conforming products are identified.
• Maintain high housekeeping and hygiene standards through a clean-as-you-go approach.
• Complete production paperwork, checks and records accurately.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across the business.

Skills

Production line knowledge

Communication skills

Team motivation

Numeracy

Quality & safety

Collaboration

Learning mindset

Job description

Sofina Foods Europe is hiring a Line Leader to support and develop a production team, driving quality and performance on the line. You will work closely with the Area Manager to develop capability, ensure compliance and hit safety and production targets.

The role offers exposure to people development, operational performance and continuous improvement in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This is a great step for aspiring leaders.