Production Line Leader

Culina Group Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness program

Eye Care Vouchers

Rewards & Recognition

Retail discounts

Job summary

Culina Group Limited’s IPS division seeks a confident Production Line Leader for our Sherburn-in-Elmet site in Yorkshire. You will lead a fast-paced line, ensure safety, meet targets, and drive continuous improvement on daily output. The role is permanent, Monday to Friday 06:00–14:00 with occasional 14:00–22:00 shifts.

You’ll manage stock movement, coach a team and collaborate with agency controllers to optimise productivity and ensure GMP compliance across the operation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced production, warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to motivate, coach and develop a team to hit targets.
• Self-motivated and results-driven with ownership mindset.
• Solid understanding of production machinery and processes.
• Strong attention to detail with paperwork and stock accuracy.
• Clear communication at all levels and decisive decision-making.
• Proactive mindset and drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up the production line each shift and perform start-up and safety checks.
• Control and move stock within the fast-paced warehouse/production area.
• Lead and support the team to achieve targets and maintain performance.
• Move beverage stock, including heavy lifting and palletising as needed.
• Train colleagues and build capability across the line.
• Ensure finished products meet client specs and quality standards.
• Monitor KPIs like output, downtime and waste; identify efficiency gains.
• Drive hourly and daily productivity to deliver plans in full.
• Uphold health, safety, hygiene and quality standards.
• Keep paperwork and systems accurate per procedures.
• Maintain audit readiness and compliance with hygiene standards.
• Promote housekeeping and GMP; ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with agency controllers on workforce planning.

Skills

Team leadership

Production line experience

Health and safety

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Continuous improvement

Coaching

Tools

Production machinery

Stock movement

Job description

Part of the Culina Group, IPS is the UK market leader in Contract Packing solutions. IPS provides the most extensive pool of Contract Packing equipment and expertise available in the UK. IPS continues to grow and is now widely integrated and embedded within operations right across the Culina Group network.

Part of the Culina Group, IPS is the UK market leader in Contract Packing solutions. IPS provides the most extensive pool of Contract Packing equipment and expertise available in the UK. IPS continues to grow and is now widely integrated and embedded within operations right across the Culina Group network.

We’re looking for a confident and hands‑on Production Line Leader to join IPS at our Sherburn-in‑Elmet site in Yorkshire. As a Production Line Leader you’ll be at the heart of a fast‑moving warehousing and production operation, helping to deliver outstanding performance for one of the world’s largest beverage organisations. If you thrive in a busy environment, enjoy motivating people, and take pride in hitting targets while maintaining high standards, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

This role is a permanent role, working Monday to Friday from 06:00 – 14:00, however depending on operational demand may require flexibility to work 14:00 – 22:00 shifts occasionally.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Set up the production line each shift, carrying out start‑up checks and health and safety checks to ensure everything is ready to run smoothly.
• Working in a fast paced warehouse environment, responsible for controlling and moving stock throughout the operations
• Lead, motivate, and support your team to consistently achieve production targets and maintain high performance standards.
• Responsible for the movement of beverage stock across the operations, which includes regular heavy lifting, loading and palletising of goods as part of day‑to‑day duties
• Train and guide colleagues on the line, helping to build capability and confidence across the team.
• Make sure finished products meet client specifications and quality expectations at all times.
• Monitor KPIs such as output, downtime, and waste, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.
• Drive productivity on an hourly and daily basis to ensure production plans are delivered in full.
• Champion best practice across health, safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Keep paperwork and systems accurate and up to date in line with company procedures.
• Ensure all areas are audit‑ready and compliant with internal and external hygiene standards.
• Promote excellent housekeeping and GMP standards, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Work closely with agency controllers on a daily basis, providing feedback and supporting effective workforce planning.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a fast-paced production, warehouse or manufacturing environment,
• A proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop a team to meet and exceed targets.
• A self‑motivated, results‑driven approach with a strong sense of ownership.
• A solid understanding of production machinery, manufacturing processes, and operational best practice.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when managing paperwork, stock accuracy, and shift handovers.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage positively at all levels.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the confidence to make effective decisions in a fast‑moving environment.
• A proactive mindset and genuine passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make IPS a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Competitive Holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme - 4% employee and 4% employer contribution.
• Life Assurance - x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness - Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers - We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition - We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity,