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Food Production Line Leader

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Job Description - Food Production Line Leader

Shift Patterns:

4 on 4 off

4 on 3 off

5 on 2 off

3 on 4 off

Days and Hours:

7am to 7pm

Rates of pay ranging from

£12.13: - Knowledge of the role

£12.68: - Been in similar roles

£13.79: - Very experienced Line Leader

Overtime paid after 48 hours at 1.25

Line Leader Responsibilities:

  • Start-up Procedures: Perform all start-up checks online, ensuring equipment and processes are ready for production.
  • Communication: Keep OS chiller and machine operators on your line informed about job priorities, and update them on any changes.
  • Line Preparation: Prepare and efficiently set up the production line, ensuring smooth operation.
  • Packaging & Label Collection: Collect packaging and labels from the packaging store and ensure that the Quality Control (QC) team checks all labels and packaging before starting the line.
  • Fruit Checks: Verify that the correct variety and job number are present in the Wet area for the job at hand.
  • Team Briefing: Instruct packers and line hygiene staff on upcoming jobs, providing clear directions as needed.
  • Documentation: Complete all paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring records are up to date.
  • Continuous Monitoring: Monitor the production sheet for any updates, such as additional fruit or packaging requirements. Order any extra materials in a timely manner and ensure QC checks them before use.
  • Quality Control: Ensure that the QC team checks all extra bags and flow wrap samples before they are used in production.
  • End-of-Job Procedures: Remove all packaging from the line after each job and return it to the packaging department. Ensure the line is clean and ready for the next task.
  • Status Updates: Update job status on the production sheet according to SOPs and ensure all details are recorded.
  • Completion Reporting: Report to the Packhouse Manager once all orders are completed.
  • Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor team performance and production efficiency.
  • Timely Completion: Ensure that all orders are completed accurately and on time, with legible and fully completed paperwork.
  • Hygiene Compliance: Ensure that staff and packaging comply with hygiene regulations at all times.
  • Auditing & Reporting: Prepare and submit various reports, including:
  • Audit reports for your area
  • Profit and loss reports
  • Downtime reports
  • External and internal rejection reports
  • Overtime and ETI reports

Key Skills & Qualities:

  • Strong enthusiasm, self-confidence, and self-motivation.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Flexible and proactive approach to tasks.
  • Excellent attention to detail, especially in documentation and compliance.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Every weekend
  • Overtime hours

Work Location: In person

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