Full job descriptionProduction Team Leader (Food)
Redditch | Full-Time | £30,000
Reed Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business in Redditch to recruit a Production Team Leader.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Operative, Line Leader or Team Leader looking to take the next step in their career with a company that places quality, teamwork and continuous improvement at the heart of everything they do.
Working within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, you’ll be responsible for leading a production team, ensuring daily production targets are achieved whilst maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality and health & safety compliance.
Why Join?
*Overtime opportunities available
*Join a supportive and growing food manufacturing business
*Opportunity to lead and develop your own team
*Exposure to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
The Role
As Production Team Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of your production area, ensuring production plans are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
You will play a key role in managing staff performance, coordinating production changeovers, monitoring KPIs and driving high standards across your team.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead, motivate and support a team within a food production environment
*Ensure GMP, food safety, health & safety and legal requirements are followed at all times
*Coach, mentor and develop team members, identifying training needs where required
*Monitor attendance, timekeeping, performance and compliance training
*Coordinate and complete production changeovers efficiently
*Plan packaging, labels, materials and tooling requirements ahead of changeovers
*Communicate effectively with Production, Packing, Prep and Engineering teams
*Ensure production downtime is minimised and resources are utilised effectively
*Escalate equipment breakdowns and operational issues promptly
*Complete production documentation and records accurately
*Ensure daily production plans are achieved and communicate any risks or challenges
*Support new product trials and launches within the area
*Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement activities
*Promote a positive team culture and maintain high operational standards
About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience in food manufacturing, FMCG or a fast-paced production environment.
Essential Requirements
*Previous experience in a Team Leader, Line Leader or Senior Production role
*Experience working within food manufacturing or FMCG
*Good understanding of food safety, GMP and health & safety requirements
*Strong people management and communication skills
*Ability to motivate and develop a team
*Organised and proactive approach to problem-solving
Desirable
*Experience managing production changeovers
*Internal audit experience
*Food Safety or HACCP qualification
*Continuous improvement knowledge
*Experience supporting new product introductions
Career Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that genuinely values its people and offers long-term development opportunities. You’ll play an important role in driving operational performance while developing your leadership skills within a successful and growing organisation.
If you’re an ambitious Production Team Leader looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.