Team Leader - Logistics

Inspired Pet Nutrition; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet food manufacturer based in Thirsk is seeking a Team and Process Leader to ensure efficient operations in the logistics area. The successful candidate will oversee team performance, facilitate communication, ensure safety, and maintain quality standards. Ideal applicants will have experience in food manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Benefits include enhanced leave and flexible perks.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Pension: NEST with contributions

Free parking

Discounted products

Flexible benefits

Medicash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or related industry preferred.
• Proven team management skills in manufacturing or warehouse environments.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Guide and oversee efficient operations and support team goals.
• Create an environment for collaboration and teamwork.
• Monitor and assess team performance and provide feedback.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Effective communication

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Job description

The role of a Team and Process Leader is to guide and oversee the efficient operation of your area while supporting your team to achieve their day-to-day goals and contribute to the overall success of IPN. Reporting and escalating to a Logistics Operations Manager. The Team and Process Leader in logistics will be accountable for ownership and delivery of PI checks and will be responsible for maintaining good stock accuracy across multiple logistics sites.

Key Responsibilities

1. Working Safely: Work in a safe manner at all times, ensuring the safety of yourself and colleagues. Follow health and safety policies and procedures and raise any concerns through appropriate channels.
2. Facilitating Teamwork: Create an environment where team members can collaborate, communicate, and work together towards common goals.
3. Execute IPN Ways of Working: Greet at the start of shifts, provide regular updates, praise good work, and give clear instructions on daily tasks and changes.
4. Task Assignment: Assign tasks based on team members' skills and strengths to achieve goals efficiently.
5. Daily Management: Monitor and assess team performance, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and identify improvement opportunities.
6. Resource Allocation: Manage resources effectively, including budgets, personnel, and other assets.
7. Problem Solving and Decision-Making: Address issues, resolve conflicts, and make strategic decisions impacting team progress.
8. Communication: Keep the team informed about goals, expectations, progress, and changes.
9. Quality Assurance: Ensure work meets quality standards and follows relevant processes and guidelines.
10. Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of ongoing process optimization, productivity enhancement, and innovation.
11. Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and document team activities and achievements.

Experience & Skills

• Experience in food manufacturing or related industry (preferred)
• Proven leadership and team management skills in manufacturing or warehouse environments
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality control standards
• Effective communication skills

About IPN

IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer employing over 850 people across UK sites. Our brands include Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads, Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers, Classic Cat, and partner brands. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel, and Crick produce dry, wet, and baked foods enjoyed by dogs and cats worldwide.

Benefits

• Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity leave
• Pension: NEST with employee contributions of 4.5% and employer contributions of 3.5% via salary sacrifice
• Other benefits: Free parking, electric car charging, discounted products, free hot drinks
• Medicash Plan
• Overtime
• Flexible benefits, including heavily discounted pet food purchases