Team Leader & Materials Handler - Food Production (Forklift)

Pertemps Network Group; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 19,768 - 24,176; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking a Team Leader for their food production environment. The role involves coordinating materials handling operations and ensuring safety and efficiency. Candidates must have a proven background in team leadership and materials handling, along with strong communication skills. A forklift license is essential. The position offers rotating shifts with competitive hourly rates ranging from £14.35 to £17.55.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials handling and team leadership.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a team.
• Operate forklifts for materials handling.
• Schedule tasks to meet production needs.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Monitor compliance with safety standards.
• Train team members in safe handling.

Skills

Team leadership

Materials handling

Communication skills

Planning and organisational skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

A leading staffing company in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking a Team Leader for their food production environment. The role involves coordinating materials handling operations and ensuring safety and efficiency. Candidates must have a proven background in team leadership and materials handling, along with strong communication skills. A forklift license is essential. The position offers rotating shifts with competitive hourly rates ranging from £14.35 to £17.55.