Team Leader

Workforce Recruitment and Training; Evesham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Recruitment and Training is seeking a Production Line Leader for our chilled food production facility in Evesham. The role focuses on leading a team of production operatives to hit daily targets, maintain safety standards and ensure efficient line setup and operation.

You will oversee throughput, quality and waste reduction while coordinating with shift and section managers. A background in food manufacturing and strong communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Production, Manufacturing or Team Leader/Supervisory role is desirable.
• Experience in food production, particularly chilled environments, is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively delegate, motivate and brief a diverse team.
• Confident leading colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures.
• Reliable, organised and self-motivated.
• Capable of working independently and using own initiative.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Manual Handling qualifications are beneficial.
• Flexible approach to working hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, organise and allocate tasks to team members to achieve daily production targets.
• Set up the production line and ensure smooth job completion with minimal disruption.
• Monitor production performance against targets and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Order raw materials and packaging to maintain stock levels.
• Ensure correct packaging is used and minimise unnecessary packaging waste.
• Accurately complete production and job sheets in a timely manner.
• Maintain performance boards, recording any missing information or reasons for discrepancies.
• Uphold quality standards and consistently meet service level expectations.
• Monitor and help reduce waste in line with company objectives.
• Conduct required Health & Safety checks and promptly report any issues.
• Report accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions without delay.
• Ensure the team adheres to all Health & Safety procedures and uses PPE correctly.
• Maintain a clean, organised and tidy production area.
• Identify and escape recurring production issues to the Section Controller and Shift Manager.
• Support managers and supervisors with daily operational activities.
• Serve as a point of contact for team members, escalating concerns when appropriate.
• Deputise for colleagues or the immediate line manager when trained and competent.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the business.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Delegation

Health & Safety

Independent working

Organisation

Adaptability

Education

Basic Food Hygiene

Manual Handling

Job description

Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 3:00pm

Environment: Chilled Food Production

Job Type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and driven Production Line Leader to join a dynamic chilled food production facility in Evesham.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with prior experience in production, food manufacturing, or supervisory roles who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy leading teams to consistently meet production, quality, and safety targets.

The Role

As a Production Line Leader, you will oversee and support a team of Production Operatives, including agency staff, ensuring the production line operates safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, organise and allocate tasks to team members to achieve daily production targets
• Set up the production line and ensure smooth job completion with minimal disruption
• Monitor production performance against targets and implement corrective actions as necessary
• Order raw materials and packaging to maintain stock levels
• Ensure correct packaging is used and minimise unnecessary packaging waste
• Accurately complete production and job sheets in a timely manner
• Maintain performance boards, recording any missing information or reasons for discrepancies
• Uphold quality standards and consistently meet service level expectations
• Monitor and help reduce waste in line with company objectives
• Conduct required Health & Safety checks and promptly report any issues
• Report accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions without delay
• Ensure the team adheres to all Health & Safety procedures and uses PPE correctly
• Maintain a clean, organised and tidy production area
• Identify and escape recurring production issues to the Section Controller and Shift Manager
• Support managers and supervisors with daily operational activities
• Serve as a point of contact for team members, escalating concerns when appropriate
• Deputise for colleagues or the immediate line manager when trained and competent
• Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the business

Person Specification

• Previous experience in a Production, Manufacturing or Team Leader/Supervisory role is desirable
• Experience in food production, particularly chilled environments, is advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively delegate, motivate and brief a diverse team
• Confident leading colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures
• Reliable, organised and self-motivated
• Capable of working independently and using own initiative
• Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations
• Basic Food Hygiene and Manual Handling qualifications are beneficial
• Flexible approach to working hours when required

Key Accountabilities

You will be responsible for ensuring your team and production line consistently achieve:

• Production targets and planned output
• High Health & Safety standards
• Minimal waste
• A clean, safe and well-organised production environment

If you have previous experience in Team Leadership, Production or Food Manufacturing and are seeking a permanent role in Evesham, we would welcome your application.