Production Team Leader

Production Team Leader – £35,700 – Isleham – Day Shift – 5 out of 7

Ready to step into a key leadership role where you can influence quality, output, and team performance every single day? This is your chance to lead from the front in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment as our Production Team Leader.

We’re hiring a Production Team Leader to join our Wash department — a critical area responsible for keeping our optical grading and prep operations running at peak efficiency. You’ll lead a small team, ensure machinery runs smoothly, support lean production practices, and drive performance across safety, quality, and yield.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of operatives to deliver production KPIs and maintain high standards across the Wash area
• Oversee pre-start checks, machinery setup, and day-to-day operation of grading equipment and washline
• Monitor team performance, coach and support staff, and maintain up-to-date training records
• Plan labour and resource allocation in line with short- and medium-term production forecasts
• Ensure all machinery is cleaned and maintained according to SOPs, and support asset care tasks
• Collaborate with engineering and planning teams to drive continuous improvement and machine reliability
• Identify and address underperformance quickly and professionally
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and Health & Safety policies at all times
• Act as the go-to person on shift for troubleshooting issues, resolving bottlenecks and escalating where required
• Investigate accidents or near misses, encourage risk reporting, and uphold safety-first culture
• Lead production trials, gather data, and report findings for operational improvements

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience leading teams in a production or food manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience operating or overseeing machinery such as optical graders (e.g. Celox)
• High level of computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent numeracy, literacy, and communication skills
• Skilled in coaching and mentoring others with a collaborative and supportive leadership style
• Strong problem-solving mindset and the confidence to make decisions in a fast-moving environment
• Comfortable leading by example on the shop floor and upholding standards
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles is beneficial

Pay and Benefits

• £35,700 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Day shift – 5 days out of 7
• Full uniform and PPE provided
• Ongoing training and personal development opportunities
• Supportive team culture and leadership visibility
• Opportunities for progression within a growing business

This Production Team Leader role is your opportunity to make a visible impact in a key operational area — leading a skilled team, influencing output, and supporting real change on the factory floor. If you’re looking for your next leadership move in production and want to be part of a high-performing environment, apply now and don’t miss your chance.