Role Overview
As Line Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing production lines and leading a team to ensure output, quality, hygiene, and safety standards are consistently achieved. You will play a key role in driving performance, maintaining compliance, and supporting continuous improvement across the operation.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
* Lead and motivate a team to achieve daily and hourly production targets
* Manage labour and production lines to meet planned volumes and commercial requirements
* Ensure products meet client specifications and quality standards
* Monitor efficiency, minimise downtime, and reduce waste
* Maintain compliance with health & safety, GMP, and hygiene standards at all times
* Ensure all areas meet internal and external audit requirements
* Accurately complete all paperwork and update integrated systems
* Identify, report, and support resolution of health & safety issues
* Support training and development of new starters and agency staff
* Liaise with agency controllers and provide ongoing performance feedback
* Conduct return-to-work and disciplinary meetings where required
* Attend team leader meetings and contribute to operational reviews
* Actively support continuous improvement initiatives
* Act as a role model for best practice across the site
* Participate in appraisals and take ownership of personal development
* Carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in a supervisory or team leader role within production, logistics, or warehousing
* Strong understanding of production targets, labour control, and efficiency measures
* Knowledge of GMP, hygiene standards, and health & safety compliance
* Confident using systems and maintaining accurate records
* Strong communication and leadership skills
* A proactive approach with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
Salary description
£13.91 - £20.87 per hour