Production Team Leader

Bennett and Game; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Caerphilly is looking for a dedicated Production Team Leader. The candidate will oversee the operation of machinery in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include setting up machinery, conducting performance checks, and ensuring compliance with strict safety and hygiene standards. Applicants should have experience in a similar role, particularly in food production, and be knowledgeable about relevant safety protocols. This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PLC and manual machinery controls.
• Familiarity with HACCP, BRC, and GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production machinery.
• Set up and adjust machinery to meet specifications.
• Conduct routine performance checks on machinery.
• Monitor product quality and conduct sampling for testing.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Operating machinery

Monitoring production

Troubleshooting

Understanding of safety standards

Job description

Position : Production Team Leader

Location : Caerphilly

Salary : £34,500

Our client based in the Caerphilly area are currently seeking a Production Team Leader to join their busy manufacturing site on a full time, permanent basis.

The successful candidate will ensure the smooth and efficient operation of machinery involved in the production.

Job Overview

• Operate, monitor, and maintain machinery in a leading food manufacturing environment specialising in chilled, high-volume production to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe operations.
• Set up and adjust machinery (mixers, cooling towers, packaging lines) using PLC and manual controls to meet product specifications.
• Conduct routine checks to optimise machine performance, yields, and product consistency.
• Monitor product quality, including texture, temperature, appearance, and consistency, and record production and batch data accurately.
• Collect samples for laboratory testing and report any faults or inconsistencies to the Production Manager.
• Perform routine cleaning, support troubleshooting activities, and liaise with the maintenance and production teams when required.
• Follow strict hygiene and safety standards (HACCP, BRC, GMP) and ensure appropriate PPE is worn at all times.