Line Leader Lates

Staffline Group PLC; Redditch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chilled food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Backshift Line Leader for their production team. In this fast-paced environment, you will lead and support a team while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and delivering production excellence. This role offers opportunities for growth and comes with additional compensation for unsociable hours.

Benefits

Daily uplift for unsociable hours

Opportunities for career growth

Team-oriented working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Line Leader or supervisory role in food production.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Hands-on, practical approach required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of production operatives during backshift.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor performance and deliver production plans on time.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Team Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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We are excited to be partnering with a leading chilled food manufacturer to recruit an experienced Backshift Line Leader to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and hands-on professional to take on a key leadership role during the afternoon/evening shift in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

This role is ideal for individuals with proven food production experience, particularly in fresh produce or chilled manufacturing, who are ready to lead a team and help deliver operational excellence during the later part of the day.

This position offers a competitive salary plus a daily shift uplift in recognition of working unsociable hours (after 6:00pm).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of production operatives on the backshift (3:00pm-11:30pm).
• Ensure full compliance with GMP, food safety, and hygiene standards throughout the shift.
• Monitor and manage performance, productivity, and team attendance.
• Deliver the daily production plan on time, escalating any issues promptly.
• Ensure all production paperwork is completed to the required legal and technical standards.
• Participate in pre-production checks and support new product launches.
• Liaise with senior management to resolve line issues efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain safe and correct use of all equipment, reporting any faults or concerns.
• Support internal audits and help implement corrective/preventative actions.
• Foster a positive, team-focused culture and promote fair task rotation across the shift.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Line Leader or similar supervisory role within a food production or FMCG environment.
• Solid experience working with chilled or fresh food products.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a hands-on, practical approach.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and production compliance.
• Confident with basic IT systems, including Microsoft Office and production reporting tools.

What's in It for You?

• Work with a reputable and growing food manufacturer known for quality and innovation.
• Daily uplift paid for working unsociable hours (post-6:00pm).
• Positive, team-oriented working environment.
• Opportunities for long-term career growth and professional development.
• Be part of a business that prioritises safety, quality, and people.