Packing Line Leader

CNC Recruitment; Chard; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CNC Recruitment is seeking a motivated Packing Line Leader for a food production site in Cricket St Thomas. This hands-on supervisory role involves managing a team and ensuring the efficient and quality packing of cheese products. Previous experience in a similar environment and relevant certifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee packing line operations and meet production targets.
• Monitor product quality and compliance with standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time Management

Team Leadership

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Level 2 HACCP

Basic Health & Safety

Job description

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CNC Recruitment is currently seeking a motivated and experienced Packing Line Leader to join a leading food production site based in Cricket St Thomas. This is a hands-on supervisory role responsible for overseeing packing line operations, ensuring that cheese products are correctly packed, weighed, labelled, and meet all quality and safety standards.

Job type - Temp to perm

Working hours - Monday to Friday, day shift, Overtime available

Salary - between £14.30 and £17.88 per hour,

Key Duties:

Lead and manage a team on the packing line, ensuring daily targets and production schedules are met.

Monitor product quality, ensuring all items meet company and customer specifications.

Operate and oversee packing machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.

Conduct routine checks to ensure hygiene, food safety, and health & safety standards are maintained.

Complete necessary documentation and records, including production logs, CCP monitoring, and quality checks.

Address and report any non-conformances, initiating corrective actions where required.

Maintain a clean and organised working environment in line with company policies.

Support and contribute to site audits and inspections.

Communicate effectively with team members and management, promoting a positive and productive work environment.

Requirements

Requirements:

Previous experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.

Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Strong communication and team leadership skills.

Good numeracy and basic IT literacy.

Time management and organisational abilities.

Ability to work independently and make effective decisions under pressure.

-Knowledge & Certifications (training provided if required):

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Level 2 HACCP

Basic Health & Safety awareness

Manual handling and chemical safety knowledge