Production Line Leader

The Business Connection; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Barnsley is seeking a Production Line Leader to operate machinery and ensure quality. The ideal candidate has food production experience and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive pay, immediate start, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Company pension

Free parking

Supportive team environment

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food production (ideally chilled or FMCG environment).
• Ability to operate machinery and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate food production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Complete daily safety and quality checks.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in the work area.

Skills

Food production experience

Machinery operation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

My client is a trusted partner to leading global food brands, helping them make a lasting impression on today’s food lovers.

They are true innovators in the industry, specialising in bespoke, plant‑led ingredients and menu solutions that deliver bold, creative flavours. Collaborating with major foodservice brands, food manufacturers, and recipe kit providers, they bring high‑quality, trend‑driven ingredients to the table.

Production Line Leader – Key Responsibilities

• Operate food production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Complete daily safety and quality checks.
• Follow the daily production sheet and run order.
• Carry out CCP (Critical Control Point), metal detection, and label checks.
• Ensure full traceability of products and accurate tagging.
• Record and report downtime, issues, and product non‑conformances.
• Assist with machine changeovers and ensure materials are ready in advance.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness (GMP standards) in the work area.
• Complete all required paperwork to company standards.
• Support training and buddying of new staff.
• Be flexible to work across different areas as required.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management.

Production Line Leader – Person Specifications

• Previous experience in food production (ideally chilled or FMCG environment).
• Ability to operate machinery and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, health and safety (HACCP knowledge desirable).
• Comfortable with physical work in a fast‑paced setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and quality standards.

Production Line Leader – Benefits/Hours

• Days: £14.54 per hour (35 hours) | Overtime: £18.18 per hour
• Nights: £15.34 per hour (35 hours) | Overtime: £19.18 per hour
• Days: 6am–2pm | 6am-4pm | 5am-3pm | 4 on 2 off | 4 out of 7
• Nights: 7pm–5am | 8pm-6am | 4 out of 7 days
• Immediate start available
• Long‑term opportunity with a permanent contract after 12 weeks
• Supportive team environment
• Overtime opportunities available
• Opportunity to grow within a leading food manufacturing company
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On‑site parking

This is an exciting for a Skilled and Semi Skilled Production Line Leader who is passionate about innovation and looking to contribute to a dynamic and growing team. If you are a creative thinker with a keen eye for detail, we would love to hear from you!

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED JOB, CANDIDATES REQUIRING SPONSORSHIP OR ON A PSW VISA WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are acting on behalf of the client as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.