Production Line Leader - FMCG, 3-Shift Ops

IPS; St Helens; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Wellness – Employee Assistance

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday discounts

Job summary

IPS in Saint Helens is seeking a confident Production Line Leader to head a fast‑moving co‑packing and manufacturing operation. You will set up the line each shift, lead a team, and drive performance to meet targets while upholding high quality and safety standards.

You will manage start‑ups, coach colleagues, monitor KPIs, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with hygiene and paperwork procedures across rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced production/manufacturing.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop a team to hit targets.
• Self-motivated with ownership and results driven.
• Solid understanding of production processes and equipment.
• Strong documentation and handover discipline.
• Clear communication across all levels.
• Proactive in improving efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Lead, motivate, and support your team to consistently achieve production targets and maintain high performance standards.
• 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Motivation & coaching

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Job description

IPS in Saint Helens is seeking a confident Production Line Leader to head a fast‑moving co‑packing and manufacturing operation. You will set up the line each shift, lead a team, and drive performance to meet targets while upholding high quality and safety standards.

You will manage start‑ups, coach colleagues, monitor KPIs, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with hygiene and paperwork procedures across rotating shifts.