Line Leader (Nights)

The Compleat Food Group; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic food company in Middlesbrough seeks a reliable Line Leader for night shifts. The role requires hands-on leadership and effective team management to ensure that production runs smoothly and efficiently. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to motivate others. The position offers a competitive pay of £13.21 per hour and numerous employee benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and well-being support.

Benefits

20 Days annual leave

Company Pension

Online and High‑street retailer discount scheme

Employee well‑being and community support

Informal and Formal training opportunities

Charity Initiatives and Team events

24/7 Access to Grocery Aid

Physical Wellbeing Benefits

Online Wellbeing benefits

Free Financial wellbeing tools

Holiday Discounts

Responsibilities

• Set up the Line before the shift and ensure it's ready to run.
• Organise the Team and ensure they understand their tasks.
• Liaise with the Shift Manager for daily production plans.
• Ensure the Line is well-supplied to avoid stoppage.
• Monitor line output to achieve production targets.
• Maintain weight and traceability control procedures.
• Minimise waste at all times.
• Report any machine faults immediately.
• Identify training needs for the Team.
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety regulations.
• Maintain hygiene standards at all times.
• Organise and control the Team’s breaks.

Skills

Ability to work on your own initiative

Positive attitude

Excellent communication skills

Ability to motivate others

Job description

Job Advert

Looking for a role where you can be hands‑on, work in a fast‑paced environment, and play a key part in getting orders to customers on time? We’re seeking reliable and motivated Line Leader to join our growing team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work, thrives in a team, and takes pride in getting the job done right.

Job Title

Line Leader (Nights)

Location

The Compleat Food Group, Unit 2A, Nelson Street, Middlesbrough, TS6 6BJ

Working Hours

12‑hour shifts, 6pm to 6am, 4 on / 4 off

Pay

£13.21 per hour

Reporting To

Supervisor

About Us

The Compleat Food Group are a new food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people love to eat. We fondly refer to it as ‘Food to Feel Good’ because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.

Our team of over 6,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.

Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market‑leading brands such as Wall’s Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and Unearthed.

What You’ll Be Doing

• To ensure the Line is set up prior to the start of the shift to allow production to start on time. You must be available 30 minutes before the start of your shift to receive instructions from the Shift Manager about what your Teams’ start‑up will be. You must then make sure the Line is set up and ready to run for the Team coming in.
• Ensure Team members are fully aware of their duties and tasks upon arrival. You must organise your Team and get them into place as soon as possible. Always be aware of where your Team is and what they are doing at all times. They are your responsibility.
• Liaise with the Shift Manager to ensure you are fully conversant with the DMR and identify what is required to enable the Team to meet the plan. You must, as soon as your line is running, speak to the Shift Manager to attain the daily production plan for your Team. You must obtain all the relevant information to keep the Line going.
• Ensure the Line is fully supplied at all times to avoid unnecessary stoppage. You must go through your plan and work out exactly what materials you will need to supply the Line. You must then go into the chillers and check there are sufficient raw materials to produce the plan. If there are not enough materials then you must inform your Shift Manager immediately.
• Monitor the output of the Line and ensure that production targets are achieved. You must be fully aware of how fast your Line is working and carry out checks during and at the end of the run. It is vital you know how well (or not) the Team is doing regarding output. Remember your Team’s output is your responsibility.
• Monitor all weight and traceability control procedures and ensure they are recorded. You must fully understand the paperwork and procedures used regarding weight and traceability as the Company has a legal obligation to maintain this correctly by Law.
• Ensure all waste is kept to a minimum at all times. You must ensure that waste is controlled at all times. This is an important issue as it costs the business a lot of money. You must reduce waste, control and record it.
• Report any machine faults to the Engineers immediately. You must be aware that you cannot carry out your job correctly if any machines used by your Team are faulty. You must report it immediately.
• Ensure your Shift Manager is aware of any training needs. You must ensure that everyone in your Team, including yourself, is fully up to date on all required training. By ensuring everyone is fully trained this will enable the Line to run more efficiently. If you feel anyone would benefit from training you should speak to your Shift Manager. Remember it is your responsibility to make sure your Team receives adequate training to enable them to carry out their jobs.
• Ensure Health and Safety regulations are adhered to at all times. Health and Safety is everyone’s responsibility but as a Team Leader you have an extra responsibility to ensure that safe working practices are carried out on and around your Team. If someone is working or acting dangerously you must stop them. Ignoring such action could result in disciplinary action.
• Ensure hygiene standards are maintained at all times. You must ensure your Line and area are kept clean at all times. It is not acceptable to use heavy workloads as an excuse for mess. Remember you work in a food factory and hygiene is important.
• Organise and control the Team’s breaks. You must organise your Team’s breaks around the shift and ensure that they do not take longer than they are entitled to. If members of your Team are abusing this you must report them to the Shift Manager.

What We’re Looking For

• The ability to work on your own initiative
• Must have a positive and respectful attitude
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must have the ability to motivate others.

Benefits to Include

• 20 Days annual leave
• Company Pension
• Online and High‑street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well‑being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.

We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

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