Production Team Leader

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the production plan through direct reporting teams on shifts.
• Ensure adherence to food manufacturing safety and quality standards.

• Implement lean manufacturing techniques within production operations.
• Manage team performance to align­­­ with site business plans.

• Optimise labour use to meet production program requirements and customer expectations.
• Oversee equipment efficiency, GMP, waste control, labour costs, and materials management.

• Create an environment where individuals can challenge the status quo, embrace change, and improve performance.
• Develop and utilise KPIs, ensuring they are effectively communicated at all levels.

• Collaborate with different business units to meet customer delivery requirements.

Qualifications and Skills Essential:

• Experience in a relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Strong coaching and situational leadership skills.
• Excellent values and behaviours aligned with the company’s vision.

Desirable:

• Qualification in Continuous Improvement.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH).

• HACCP Level 2.
• Previous experience with SAP or Infor M3 ERP systems.

Professional Skills:

• Proven experience in a production engineering environment, preferably within FMCG.
• Experience managing automated process lines.

• Demonstrated ability to coach teams and lead change initiatives.
• Data-driven mindset, using data to improve quality and OEE.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.