Line Leader (Fresh Produce)

Job title: Line Leader

Location: Paddock Wood

Salary: Competitive

Hours: 6am - 2pm, working 5 out of 7 (with two consecutive days off)

Benefits:

25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Overtime paid at x1.25
Private medical insurance
Company pension
Employee Assistance Programme (with Grocery Aid)
Access to a benefits hub which gives discounts on shopping, lifestyle and leisure
Medicash cashback scheme
Online GP access
In service life assurance equals one year's salary
Enhanced parental leave
Refer a friend programme
Company eventsKey responsibilities:

Supervise shift personnel across dedicated production line
Carry out inductions for new starters
Participate in daily production huddles and briefings
Delegate relevant information from morning huddles to line staff
Carry out required training as necessary
Organise staffing levels to ensure maximum output
Report on production achieved, and provide a details handover for the next shift
Carry out QA checks and complete relevant documentation
Monitor usage of sundry items and report any shortages
Ensure 'clean as you go' is applied and followed across production
Ensure staff are adhering to company hygiene practices
Ensure equipment is cleaned properly and any identified faults are reported
Follow sign off procedures and ensure paperwork and labelling is accurate
Ensure all unused stock is returned and recorded
Report all accidents, near misses and unsafe acts or conditions
Maintain high levels of quality for our customers
Identify and suggest areas for improvementExperience and skills required:

Experience working on a food production line as a Line Leader or senior member
Be able to prioritise tasks and use initiative to problem solve
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Be able to delegate and give clear instructions
Provide a supportive environment for staffNext steps:

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email

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