Production Team Leader

Production Team Leader

Location: West London
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum
Shift: Full Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

A well-established food manufacturing business is looking to recruit a Production Team Leader to support the day-to-day running of its production operation. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for driving performance, ensuring product quality, and maintaining high standards of food safety across the production area.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Team Leader, Line Leader, or Senior Production Operative looking to further develop their leadership career within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of production operatives to achieve daily production targets.
• Ensure production plans are delivered safely, efficiently, and to agreed quality standards.
• Monitor staffing levels and allocate labour effectively across production lines.
• Support the training and development of team members, including new starters.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
• Carry out regular line checks and escalate any issues that may impact production.
• Monitor key performance indicators including output, waste, downtime, and labour efficiency.
• Work closely with Production Managers, Quality teams, and other departments to ensure smooth operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Complete production paperwork and accurately maintain manufacturing records.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Team Leader, Line Leader, or Supervisory role within food manufacturing.
• Good understanding of food safety, GMP, HACCP, and hygiene requirements.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve production targets.
• Competent with production reporting and basic computer systems.
• Flexible approach to working hours where required.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £32,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• Career development opportunities within a growing food manufacturing business
• Supportive management team and ongoing training
• Employee benefits package