Production Line Lead PM Shift

The Staffing Network Limited; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Staffing Network Limited in Mendlesham, Suffolk is seeking a hands-on Production Line Lead to join a busy warehouse and production operation. You will help drive the day-to-day running of an automated packing line, coordinating activity with another Line Lead, supporting operatives and ensuring safe, efficient production that meets quality standards.

This role involves regular manual handling and the use of Material Handling Equipment, including a Powered Pallet Truck (PPT) and Pallet

Qualifications

• Leadership on shift and guiding operatives
• Comfortable with fast-paced production environments
• Physically demanding role with manual handling
• Willingness to be trained on PPT and pallet stackers
• Proficient in entering production information on PCs
• Able to troubleshoot basic line issues and escalate when needed
• Detail-focused with checks on labels, dates and packaging
• Safety-conscious and adheres to procedures

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute line changeovers according to plans
• Coordinate daily line activity and guide operatives
• Ensure correct products, labels and packaging are loaded and verified
• Perform start-up/shut-down/clean-down activities
• Address line stoppages such as jams or misfeeds
• Carry out routine checks and line maintenance tasks
• Record production data and update systems
• Operate PPT and pallet stackers safely
• Maintain hygiene, housekeeping and site safety standards
• Support maintenance and improve line KPIs

Skills

Leadership

Automated machinery

Manual handling

PPT operation

PC literacy

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Team communication

Tools

Powered Pallet Trucks

Pallet Stackers

Job description

Location: Mendlesham, Suffolk
Pay: £15.66 per hour
Hours: MondayFriday, 14:3023:00
Friday: 14:1022:40 to accommodate a weekly team meeting

We are looking for a hands-on Production Line Lead to join a busy warehouse and production operation in Mendlesham.

This is a practical, physically demanding role where you will help lead the day-to-day operation of an automated packing line. Working alongside another Line Lead, you will coordinate activity on the line, support operatives and ensure production runs safely, efficiently and in line with quality and production requirements.

This role involves regular manual handling and the use of Material Handling Equipment, including a Powered Pallet Truck (PPT) and Pallet Stacker.

Location: Mendlesham, Suffolk
Pay: £15.66 per hour
Hours: MondayFriday, 14:3023:00
Friday: 14:1022:40 to accommodate a weekly team meeting

We are looking for a hands-on Production Line Lead to join a busy warehouse and production operation in Mendlesham.

This is a practical, physically demanding role where you will help lead the day-to-day operation of an automated packing line. Working alongside another Line Lead, you will coordinate activity on the line, support operatives and ensure production runs safely, efficiently and in line with quality and production requirements.

This role involves regular manual handling and the use of Material Handling Equipment, including a Powered Pallet Truck (PPT) and Pallet Stacker.

What you'll be doing

You will take an active role in running the production line rather than simply supervising from the sidelines. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and carrying out production line changeovers in line with production plans and procedures
• Coordinating day-to-day line activity and providing guidance to production operatives
• Ensuring the correct products, labels and packaging are loaded and verified
• Completing line start-up, shut-down, clean-down and product changeover activities
• Responding to common line stoppages such as product jams, misfeeds and sensor interruptions
• Carrying out first-line operational checks and routine tasks to keep the line running effectively
• Identifying and escalating equipment or operational issues when required
• Accurately completing production records and data spreadsheets
• Inputting and checking information on PC-based production systems, including SKUs, batch information, dates and labelling details
• Supporting planned maintenance and maintaining accurate equipment records
• Operating PPT and Pallet Stacker equipment safely and in line with training
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene, housekeeping and food safety
• Ensuring Health & Safety, environmental and site procedures are followed at all times
• Helping improve line performance, reliability and operational KPIs

What we're looking for

We are looking for someone who is comfortable taking responsibility on shift and leading by example. You should be:

• Confident working in a fast-paced production, packing or warehouse environment
• Comfortable working around automated machinery
• Able to carry out a physically demanding role involving manual handling
• Confident using, or willing and able to be trained on, Powered Pallet Trucks and Pallet Stackers
• Comfortable using PCs and entering production information accurately
• Able to troubleshoot straightforward operational issues and know when to escal
• Highly attentive to detail, particularly when checking products, packaging, dates and labels
• Safety-conscious and committed to following procedures
• Comfortable providing day-to-day direction and guidance to other team members
• Reliable, organised and able to communicate effectively with managers and supervisors

Previous experience leading or coordinating a production or packing line would be beneficial.

Working relationships

You will work closely with the manager responsible for the production area and another Line Lead to coordinate production activity and communicate performance throughout the shift.

You will also provide day-to-day guidance to operatives working on the line. When the production manager is not on site, you will liaise with the Warehouse Supervisor and elevate any issues as necessary.

Shift & Pay

MondayThursday: 14:3023:00
Friday: 14:1022:40
Pay:£15.66 per hour

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