Team Leader

Kinnerton; Fakenham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Kinnerton as a Team Leader in the production team, where you'll lead a dedicated workforce in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This role offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and a focus on safety, quality, and team development. Successful candidates will enjoy comprehensive benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

20 days of annual leave

Pension & Life Assurance Scheme

Health Care Cash Plan

Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee recognition scheme

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills required.
• Experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Proactive approach with a focus on quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the packing line to meet production targets.
• Coordinate and train team members while ensuring compliance with food safety.
• Monitor production metrics for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Quality Focus

Safety Awareness

Job description

Overview

Team Leader Opportunities

Kinnerton Confectionery, Fakenham NR21 8AF

Upcoming start dates: 30/07/25; 06/08/2025; 13/08/2025; 20/08/2025; 27/08/2025

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join Kinnerton asTeam Leaders in our production team. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with experience in a team leader or supervisory role to join our fast-paced, food manufacturing environment.

Position type: Full time, permanent

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off – Days or Nights available

Pay range: £13.09 - £16.20 per hour (£27,397.37 - £33,906.60 annually). Your starting pay grade is allocated depending on skillset.

4 on 4 off days: covers 7 days a week, 4 days on and 4 days off, 6am-6pm:

• Grade 3 £13.09 per hour
• Grade 4 £13.39 per hour
• Grade 5 £13.79 per hour
• Grade 6 £14.38 per hour

4 on 4 off nights: covers 7 nights a week, 4 nights on and 4 nights off, 6pm -6am:

• Grade 3 £14.30 per hour
• Grade 4 £14.73 per hour
• Grade 5 £15.32 per hour
• Grade 6 £16.20 per hour

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the packing line to meet production targets, quality standards, and safety protocols, reporting to a Shift Manager.
• Coordinate and train team members, resolve operational issues, and ensure compliance with food safety and GMP standards.
• Monitor and report on production metrics, drive continuous improvement, and support cross-functional collaboration.
• Maintain a strong focus on health & safety, quality, and team development.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in food manufacturing or a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on quality and safety.
• Ability to motivate a team of production staff.

Rewards Benefits

• 20 days of annual leave, increasing to 23.5 days with service.
• Pension & Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare.
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria).
• Annual engagement calendar, chairty and volunteering opportunities.
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’.
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards.
• Training and Development Opportunities.

About Us

Kinnerton is a leading UK confectionery manufacturer known for pioneering character chocolate and producing millions of seasonal treats each year.

Application & Interview Process

Kinnerton is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Interview Process

• A call with our Recruitment team.
• A 1-hour on-site interview with the Shift Manager.
  • Includes a formal interview with structured questions.
  • A factory tour to give you a real sense of the environment.
• Parking is availableon-site.
• PPE and safety shoes will be provided. Please note: no jewellery, piercings, nail varnish, false nails, or false eyelashes are permitted during the tour.
• We are anut-free site.

Following your interview, we’ll contact you with feedback. If successful and you accept the offer, you’ll be invited to join the next availableWednesday induction session.