Production Line Leader

TN United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Line Leader to oversee daily operations and lead a team in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position offers the chance to work with fresh produce, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a background in food production, and a commitment to continuous improvement. With flexible working hours and opportunities for overtime, this role is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic team. Join a company that values your contributions and offers a temp-to-perm opportunity.

Benefits

Opportunities for overtime

OnSite support from Staffline

Free car parking on site

PPE provided

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team management experience is essential.
• Knowledge of production processes and quality standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the team to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Team Management

Production Processes Knowledge

Quality Standards

Health & Safety Protocols

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Rubicon ERP System

Job description

Great opportunity to work as a Production Line Leader for one of the largest providers of fresh flowers to major supermarket chains throughout the UK.

Staffline is recruiting for Production Line Leaders for day shift in Alconbury.

The rate of pay is:

• Day shift is paid at £ per hour
• Overtime is paid at £ per hour

This is a full-time role; we are recruiting for day shift only.

The shift pattern will be:

• 4 on 3 off
• 3 on 4 off

The hours of work are:

• 6:30am to 7pm

Please note you must be flexible and willing to work on night shift during Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and Christmas peaks.

This is a temp to perm opportunity for the right candidates.

Your Time at Work

As a Production Line leader your duties will include:

• Lead, coach, and motivate the team to achieve performance targets and maintain high-quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and customer specifications across all processes.
• Deliver an efficient packing operation on a daily basis.
• Oversee daily operations, manage production schedules, and promptly resolve any issues.
• Provide training and ensure adherence to operational procedures and company policies.
• Support manufacturing initiatives and drive continuous improvement, ensuring all KPIs are met and work is within budgetary constraints.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures for the packaging area.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of production data, waste, and returns.

Our Perfect Worker

Our ideal Line Leader will have:

• Previous supervisory or team management experience
• Knowledge of production processes, quality standards, and health & safety protocols
• Experience in fresh produce, food production, or FMCG environments
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Great communication skills

The ideal candidate will be consistent and reliable, with a strong ability to lead by example and maintain a positive, solution-focused approach. Behavioural safety training and experience with the Rubicon ERP system are advantageous, as is experience in lean manufacturing and working with UK retailers in a manufacturing environment.

Additionally, you will need to have a flexible can-do attitude as you may be required to work in other areas or undergo training as necessary.

Key Information and Benefits

• Earn £ to £ per hour
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Opportunities for overtime
• OnSite support from Staffline
• Free car parking on site
• PPE provided

Job Ref: V1MNZ

About Staffline

Staffline is the UK's leading provider of flexible, temporary and permanent workforce solutions, enabling over 28,000 people into good work every day. We operate at more than 350 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales.