Production Team Leader (Food Manufacturing)
Role: Production Line/Team Leader
Location: Arbroath
Hours of Work: Full- time; 40 hours per week
from 07:00 to 15:30 Monday - Thursday and 04:30am to 13:00 Friday - flexibility required
Pay: Competitive, depending on entry-level skills and/or experience
Company Overview & Benefits
We're proud to be one of the UK's leading food manufacturers, supplying high-quality chilled and frozen seafood products to some of the biggest names in retail and foodservice. Our focus is on innovation, food safety, and working together as a team to deliver excellence every day.
As part of our team, you'll enjoy:
Competitive hourly pay
Weekly pay
Training and development opportunities
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Medical/mental health support
Life insurance
Supportive team environment
Cycle to work scheme
Job Overview
We are currently seeking motivated and enthusiastic Line/Team Leader to join our production team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about food manufacturing and eager to lead and develop a team to consistently achieve high standards. As a Line/Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing the daily performance of your team, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in line with quality and food safety standards.
Main Responsibilities:
Lead and motivate the production line team to deliver daily KPIs
Manage people and performance while fostering a positive workplace culture
Ensure accurate completion of all line control and production paperwork
Organise material flow to the production line
Assess team skills and identify or address any training needs
Maintain a safe working environment in line with company policy and legal requirements
Deliver production plans efficiently and to a high standard
Monitor product quality, yields, and process performance
Promote and uphold excellent standards of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Manage difficult situations and conversations effectively and professionally
Conduct staff briefings, equipment safety checks, and report any hazards
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Possessing strong people management skills with the ability to motivate and supervise a team
Well-organised with good attention to detail
Having a sound understanding of food production processes
Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Positive, proactive, and committed to getting the job done right
Displaying strong interpersonal skills and is able to build effective working relationships across departments
Having good understanding of health and safety principles
Keen to learn, develop new skills, and progress within the company
Previous experience as a Line/Team Leader or in a supervisory role is desirable but not essential.
Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the role for you, click Apply Now and submit your CV along with a brief cover letter explaining why you're interested and what skills you bring to the team.
Location: Arbroath
Hours of Work: Full- time; 40 hours per week
from 07:00 to 15:30 Monday - Thursday and 04:30am to 13:00 Friday - flexibility required
Pay: Competitive, depending on entry-level skills and/or experience
Company Overview & Benefits
We're proud to be one of the UK's leading food manufacturers, supplying high-quality chilled and frozen seafood products to some of the biggest names in retail and foodservice. Our focus is on innovation, food safety, and working together as a team to deliver excellence every day.
As part of our team, you'll enjoy:
Competitive hourly pay
Weekly pay
Training and development opportunities
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Medical/mental health support
Life insurance
Supportive team environment
Cycle to work scheme
Job Overview
We are currently seeking motivated and enthusiastic Line/Team Leader to join our production team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about food manufacturing and eager to lead and develop a team to consistently achieve high standards. As a Line/Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing the daily performance of your team, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in line with quality and food safety standards.
Main Responsibilities:
Lead and motivate the production line team to deliver daily KPIs
Manage people and performance while fostering a positive workplace culture
Ensure accurate completion of all line control and production paperwork
Organise material flow to the production line
Assess team skills and identify or address any training needs
Maintain a safe working environment in line with company policy and legal requirements
Deliver production plans efficiently and to a high standard
Monitor product quality, yields, and process performance
Promote and uphold excellent standards of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
Proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Manage difficult situations and conversations effectively and professionally
Conduct staff briefings, equipment safety checks, and report any hazards
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Possessing strong people management skills with the ability to motivate and supervise a team
Well-organised with good attention to detail
Having a sound understanding of food production processes
Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Positive, proactive, and committed to getting the job done right
Displaying strong interpersonal skills and is able to build effective working relationships across departments
Having good understanding of health and safety principles
Keen to learn, develop new skills, and progress within the company
Previous experience as a Line/Team Leader or in a supervisory role is desirable but not essential.
Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the role for you, click Apply Now and submit your CV along with a brief cover letter explaining why you're interested and what skills you bring to the team.
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