Production Team Leader

Description:

Production Line Leader

Location: Canterbury, Kent
Salary: £14.30 per hour (Days) | £14.80 per hour (Nights)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

A growing food manufacturing business near Canterbury is looking for an experienced Production Line Leader to join its operations team. This is a hands-on role, leading a production line and supporting operatives to ensure products are packed efficiently, safely and to the highest quality standards.

You'll play a key role in driving performance, reducing downtime and ensuring production targets are achieved whilst maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

Leading and supporting a team of production operatives
Operating and overseeing packing line machinery
Ensuring production and packing targets are achieved
Supporting line changeovers and minimising downtime
Completing production paperwork and work orders accurately
Monitoring product quality and packing standards
Recording waste, downtime and production data
Maintaining product traceability and stock accuracy
Ensuring hygiene, food safety and health & safety standards are followed
Liaising with engineering teams regarding machine issues
Driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the lineWhat We're Looking For

Previous experience as a Line Leader, Senior Operative or Team Leader
Experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or production environments
Strong communication and organisational skills
Good attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet targets
Basic IT skills and confidence completing production paperwork
A positive, hands-on approach to leadership and problem solvingWhat's On Offer

£14.30 per hour on days
£14.80 per hour on nights
Permanent opportunity with a growing manufacturer
Training and development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Long-term career progression prospects