Team Leader

The Kraft Heinz Company; Telford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food company seeks a Team Leader in Telford to drive performance and engage teams. The role requires collaboration across operations and continuous improvement, emphasizing problem-solving and leadership skills. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive hourly rate, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a vibrant, inclusive culture.

Benefits

Hourly rate of £16.05 plus shift percentage

242 hours of annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Virtual GP services

Qualifications

• Ability to learn intermediate Microsoft Office and SAP skills.
• Understanding of documentation requirements.
• Capability to coach, train, resolve conflicts, and provide feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage team performance, including engagement and development.
• Facilitate line loss analysis and waste elimination.
• Collaborate with teams to address losses and improve processes.

Skills

Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Job description

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The Team Leader (TL) is a people and consumer-focused leader who supports an inclusive environment. Under the guidance of the Operations Manager, the TL is responsible for results related to the clean inspect and lube system, centerline management system, the 5S system, process data integrity, and the Oscar scrap elimination system.

You will join the Site Management Team, collaborating with key partners in a fast-paced environment. Your role includes coaching and developing your team by building problem-solving skills and developing control strategies to help operators respond to out-of-control situations.

What we offer:

• Hourly rate of £16.05 with a shift percentage of 15.70%
• 242 hours of annual leave
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Tusker Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Virtual GP and Best Doctors services
• Private Medical Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage team performance, including recruitment, engagement, and development initiatives.
• Facilitate line loss analysis, waste elimination, yield improvement, and monitor Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Participate in internal audits, food safety committees, and sanitary design teams.
• Spend time on the production floor to gather information on stops, centerlines, and changeovers.
• Investigate root causes of top stops and develop daily plans for ownership areas.
• Discuss and establish countermeasures for top stops and root causes.
• Collaborate with Operations, Continuous Improvement, and Maintenance teams to address losses.
• Lead the centerline and Quality Daily Management Systems.
• Assist in implementing and training on the QRMP program.
• Maintain accurate documentation for payroll and process standards.
• Support development of centerline definitions, standard procedures, and lead root cause problem-solving efforts on key process losses. Coach teams on CIL, CLM, 5S, and Oscar systems execution.

Other requirements:

• Ability to learn intermediate Microsoft Office and SAP skills.
• Strong planning and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of documentation requirements and importance.
• Ability to write SOPs, OPLs, and CILs.
• Capability to coach, train, resolve conflicts, and provide constructive feedback.
• Knowledge of safety policies such as lock-out/tag-out and confined space entry.

About Us:

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a rich heritage, delivering iconic and emerging brands worldwide. Our mission is to innovate and disrupt the food industry, driven by consumer obsession and partnership. Our culture emphasizes ownership, agility, curiosity, and a commitment to community and sustainability.

Why Us:

We invest in our people, fostering growth and development to challenge the status quo and achieve greatness. We celebrate successes and learn from failures as we shape the future of food, building a legacy through our talented team and innovative spirit.