Team Leader

The Flavour Network; Holbeach Bank; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Flavour Network in Holbeach Bank is seeking a Production Team Leader for a fresh produce operation. You will lead a multi-skilled team on a designated production line, drive efficiency, manage resources, and ensure compliance with food-safety standards and KPIs.

The role requires supervisory experience in food manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and good communication. 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 pattern, permanent full-time position with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within production/manufacturing.
• Experience in fresh produce or food manufacturing.
• Strong prioritisation and time management.
• High attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Confident communicator with good verbal and written skills.
• Numeracy and ability to work with KPIs and performance metrics.
• Strong awareness of health & safety and compliance in production.
• Experience with audits or quality inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a production line team to drive performance, engagement, and on-time delivery of customer orders.
• Manage all line resources including stock, labour, and equipment for smooth production.
• Monitor and improve waste reduction, labour utilisation, and right-first-time quality.
• Maintain accurate KBS records including raw material usage and production data.
• Ensure tasks align with SOPs and food safety standards.
• Uphold housekeeping and hygiene across the production area.
• Train team members per training plan and SOPs.
• Complete documentation ensuring traceability and compliance.
• Follow health and safety procedures and report incidents and risks.
• Support internal audits (GMP, Technical) and ensure line readiness.
• Refer issues to Area Controller when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fresh produce experience

KPIs and metrics

Health and safety

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Audits/quality inspections

Tools

Production systems

Job description

Important Note:

Applicants must have current eligibility to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Job Title:

Team Leader (Fresh Produce) - *Immediate start available!!*

Salary:

£31,000

Location:

Holbeach Bank, Lincolnshire

Type:

Permanent // Full Time

Shifts:

12 Hour (06:30am - 18:30pm) // 2-2-3 Shift Pattern on a 2-week rotation (Example below)

Week 1 = Work 2 Days, Off 2 Days, Work 3 Days // Week 2 = Off 2 Days, Work 2 Days, Off 3 Days

Overview:

The Flavour Network are excited to be partnered with a leading fresh produce grower and supplier to recruit an experienced Production Team Leader. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced individual to take responsibility for the performance and day-to-day management of a designated production line. As the Team Leader you will be reporting to the Area Controller/Production Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in leading a team of multi-skilled operatives, ensuring all production activities meet strict compliance, quality standards, and departmental KPIs. As the Production Team Leader, you will drive efficiency, reduce waste, ensure accurate traceability, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. This role requires strong supervisory skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in a KPI-driven environment, ideally within the fresh produce or food manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities for the Team Leader:

• Lead and motivate a production line team to drive performance, engagement, and on-time delivery of customer orders.
• Manage all line resources including stock, labour, and equipment to ensure smooth and efficient production.
• Monitor and enhance key operational metrics such as waste reduction, labour utilisation, and right-first-time quality.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date KBS records, including raw material usage and production run data.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with company procedures and food safety standards.
• Uphold high standards of housekeeping and hygiene across the production area.
• Train new and existing team members according to the training plan and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Complete all required documentation and ensure traceability, quality, and compliance with legal and customer standards.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed, and that all incidents, near misses, and risks are reported and managed appropriately.
• Support internal audits (GMP, Technical, etc.) and ensure production line readiness.
• Refer man management and operational issues to the Area Controller where necessary.

Requirements for theTeam Leader:

• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in the fresh produce or food manufacturing sector.
• Strong prioritisation and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and a focus on quality
• Confident communicator with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good numeracy and the ability to work with KPIs and performance metrics.
• Strong awareness of health & safety and compliance in a production setting.
• Familiarity with production systems (e.g. Keelings) or traceability documentation is desirable.
• Familiarity with Fresh Produce Packaging Machinery is desirable.
• Experience supporting or participating in audits or quality inspections