Section Leader (Various Departments)

Staffline; Alconbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Section Leader in Alconbury to manage daily operations in intake, packaging, or yard areas. The role offers £13.78 to £17.23 per hour with the potential for permanent placement. Responsibilities include team oversight, performance monitoring, and maintaining safety standards. Experience in a similar environment is preferred. Training is provided.

Benefits

Canteen on site

PPE provided

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience within fresh produce, food production, or FMCG.
• Experience in warehousing, intake, or packaging is essential.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and timely processing.
• Monitor team performance and address delays.
• Lead daily briefings and allocate tasks.
• Train new team members and support skills development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Great opportunity to work as a Section Leader for one of the largest providers of fresh flowers to major supermarket chains throughout the UK. Staffline is recruiting a Section Leader to oversee the Intake, Packaging, or Yard department in Alconbury. Transport is available from 4 locations in Peterborough. The rates of pay are shown below. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate. Transport is available from Peterborough locations.

This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate!

Shift and Pay

• Day shift £13.78 per hour
• Overtime after 48 hours paid at Day shift rate £17.23 per hour
• Shifts: Days, 6am to 6pm

Working Pattern

The role follows a 4-on, 3-off, 3-on, 4-off shift pattern, with additional overtime days offered but not expected. Please note that shifts are subject to change to cover and meet business requirements.

Your Role

As a Section Leader you will support the Section Manager in overseeing daily operations within the intake, packaging, or yard areas. You will ensure smooth workflow, maintain health and safety standards, and coordinate the team to meet operational targets. You will be the go-to person, providing guidance, training, and ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in intake, packaging, or yard areas to ensure smooth workflow and timely processing of customer orders
• Monitor team performance, address delays, and ensure daily targets are met
• Lead daily briefings, allocate tasks, and provide on-the-job coaching and motivation
• Train new team members and support skills development across the team
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and hygiene, reporting hazards and ensuring GMP compliance
• Assist with stock handling, equipment checks, and maintaining machinery
• Carry out weekly safety audits and ensure compliance with all company policies
• Identify and implement improvements to boost efficiency, quality, and team performance

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous supervisory experience, ideally within fresh produce, food production, or a fast-moving consumer goods environment
• Experience in warehousing, intake, or packaging is essential, and the ability to lead and motivate a team
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive, solutions-focused attitude
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is desirable, as is training in health and safety (e.g. IOSH)
• Role involves working in chilled conditions (3-5°C) and may require lifting up to 20kg
• Strong attention to detail, methodical approach, and leadership skills
• Effective communication in written and verbal English
• Full training provided; experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential

Key Information and Benefits

• Earn £13.78 to £17.23 per hour
• Temp to perm opportunity
• OnSite support from Staffline
• Canteen on site
• PPE provided
• Full training provided

Job Ref: V1MNZ

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