Wash Line Section Managers- LN Fresh

Branston Potatoes; Branston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food production company is seeking a Wash Line Section Manager to lead operations in a fast-paced production environment at their Branston plant. This role involves overseeing team performance, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and mentoring staff to achieve production goals. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership skills, experience in manufacturing, and a commitment to quality. Benefits include a company bonus scheme and private health insurance.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme (up to 7.5%)

Enhanced pension contributions

Private Health Insurance

Life Assurance & critical illness cover

Onsite Parking

Free fruit & potatoes

Electric salary sacrifice car scheme

Flu vaccines

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leadership and team management.
• Strong understanding of production processes and compliance.
• Ability to analyze performance data and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all shift operations within the Wash Line area.
• Conduct 1:1s and performance reviews, setting clear objectives.
• Own the Wash Line process and monitor equipment performance.
• Maintain safety, hygiene, and PPE requirements at all times.

Skills

Proven leadership and people management skills

Strong computer skills, including Excel

Experience in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment

Ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members

Strong communication skills

Commitment to health, safety, and GMP compliance

Job description

Wash Line Section Managers - LN Fresh

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Branston is looking for Wash Line Section Managers to join our production team and take ownership of one of our critical production areas. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll ensure production runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while developing and supporting a high‑performing team.

Shift Pattern Information

X1 B Shift 06 – 30‑Finish (Week 1: Thurs, Fri & Sat  /  Week 2: Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat)

Your Role

As a Wash Line Section Manager, you will lead and coordinate all shift operations within the Wash Line area. You’ll be responsible for:

• Shift Operations & Planning:
  • Ensure pre‑shift checks are completed and escalates any issues.
  • Allocate team members effectively according to production plans, including coordinating with agencies for labour replacements.
  • Communicate shift start success and any changes to Production Managers, Planning, and Technical teams.
  • Monitor and report on staff attendance, manage sickness trends, and conduct RTW interviews.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Mentor new starters and support them during probation.
  • Conduct 1:1s and performance reviews, setting clear objectives and development pathways.
  • Manage resources to ensure all staff are competently trained and meet technical standards.
  • Support HR in probationary reviews and shop floor investigations where required.
• Process Ownership & Quality:
  • Own the Wash Line process, performing visual inspections and monitoring performance data.
  • Detect and escalates mechanical or program variances and liaise with Engineering to resolve issues.
  • Work with QA teams to optimise quality performance and maintain GMP compliance.
  • Ensure all staff follow safety, hygiene, and PPE requirements at all times.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement:
  • Monitor and report on shift performance, productivity, and quality metrics.
  • Take accountability for achieving targets, embedding a performance‑driven culture.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and work with your team to implement best practices.

Skills & Experience

• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel.
• Experience in a fast‑paced production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Commitment to health, safety, and GMP compliance.

Benefits

• Company bonus scheme (up to 7.5%)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Private Health Insurance
• Life Assurance & critical illness cover
• Onsite Parking
• Free fruit & potatoes
• Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
• Flu vaccines
• Refer a friend scheme

If you’re a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment and enjoys mentoring a team to success, we want to hear from you. Take accountability, inspire your team, and help us continue delivering excellence every shift at Branston.