Team Leader

Sure Staffing; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Production Team Leader for a client based in Northern Ireland. The role involves leading a production team, ensuring food safety compliance, and achieving operational targets. The ideal candidate will have experience in production leadership and strong skills in team development. This position plays a vital role in maintaining high standards in food quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in production leadership or supervision.
• Strong understanding of food safety and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of the production department.
• Lead team to achieve operational objectives and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health & safety procedures.

Job description

Overview

SURE STAFFING is currently recruiting for a Production Team Leader on behalf of one of our best clients based in YO24.

Role Overview

You will support the Production Supervisor/Manager in the day-to-day running of the department, ensuring staff are trained, food safety and quality standards are met, and production targets are achieved. You will also provide cover in the supervisor's absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team to achieve operational objectives and KPIs.
• Ensure food safety, quality, and health & safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Carry out food safety and quality checks (including CCPs).
• Oversee safe machine operation, completing start-up checks and reporting defects.
• Ensure all production documentation is completed accurately.
• Deliver orders to the highest standard, on time, and in line with customer specifications.
• Minimise waste and maximise efficiency.
• Assist with preparation for audits and support during visits.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Throughput
• Labour cost
• Waste reduction
• GMP score
• Health & Safety score
• Product giveaway
• Training completion