Shift Team Leader

Enchanting Group; Willand; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading poultry production firm in Willand is seeking a Shift Team Leader to oversee operations on the shop floor. This role involves managing people and processes in a high-volume production environment. Candidates should be fluent in English with strong communication and organizational skills. Experience is not required, as full training will be provided. This position offers a balance of work and life with a 4-day workweek and early finishes.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Formal qualifications support

Shift pattern for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator, able to lead a large team.
• Ability to work proactively and stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage production staff.
• Implement production plans and maintain food safety standards.
• Act as key contact during audits and manage KPIs.

Skills

Fluent in English

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confident communicator

Proactive under pressure

Reliability

Job description

Shif Team Leader

Willand

Full-time | Site-based

4 days per week, 05:00-15:15

Competitive Salary

We're looking for a proactive, reliable, and hands-on Whole Bird Line Section Leader to join our production team at 2 Sisters Willand. You'll be the first point of leadership on the shop floor, overseeing around 60 team members across four whole bird lines.

This is a critical role in ensuring smooth daily operations - from planning and staffing, to maintaining food safety standards, hygiene compliance and continuous improvement.

The Role

This is a fast-paced, frontline leadership role where you'll manage people, processes and performance across a high-volume chilled production environment.

That Means

• Ensuring staff are in place and lines are ready by 5am
• Implementing daily production plans and managing line resources
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and GMP
• Supporting audits and acting as a key contact during visits
• Managing KPIs, waste control and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

What We're Looking For

You don't need experience - just the right attitude and approach. We're looking for someone who:

• Is fluent in written and spoken English (essential for documentation and communication)
• Has strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Is a confident communicator, able to build trust and lead a large team
• Can work proactively and stay calm under pressure
• Is flexible and reliable - happy to cover shifts or step in when needed
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced chilled production environment
• No prior experience required - full training and qualifications provided!
  
  

What's In It For You

• A clear path into operational leadership within one of the UK's leading poultry producers
• Full support and development - including on-the-job training and formal qualifications
• A chance to work in a high-performing, structured team with real responsibility from day one
• A shift pattern that offers great work-life balance (4 days per week, early finish)
  
  

What To Expect From Us

• A straightforward, single-stage interview process onsite with the Hiring Manager
• A factory tour so you can see exactly what the role involves
• A friendly, driven team who value hard work, honesty, and a positive attitude
  
  

Please Note

Candidates must be a British Citizen or have Indefinite Leave to Remain - unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Ready to take the next step into a leadership role in food production? Apply today and become a key part of the operation at 2 Sisters Willand.

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