Location
Airdrie
Hours
Friday-Monday (detailed shift options below)
Overview
Albert Bartlett has been bringing quality potatoes to UK homes since 1948. For more than 75 years, we've combined traditional values with continuous innovation — and today, we're the UK's leading supplier of fresh, chilled, and frozen potato products.
We're now recruiting a Chilled Production Team Leader to oversee our chilled operations across a Friday-Monday, 4-day working week. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment and loves leading, motivating, and developing a team.
If you're passionate about quality, efficiency, and people leadership, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge, impact, and career growth.
What You'll Be Doing
Leadership & People Development
* Lead, motivate and support a chilled production team to deliver daily targets
* Foster a positive, engaging, and productive work environment
* Provide coaching, on‑the‑job training and guidance to new and existing team members
Production Performance
* Oversee daily production schedules to meet customer demand
* Ensure all chilled products meet quality, specification, and presentation standards
* Monitor line performance and adjust staffing or workflow to maximise efficiency
Quality, Hygiene & Safety
* Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures
* Support quality assurance protocols and reinforce best practice across the shift
* Escalate issues promptly and help build a culture of safety and accountability
Continuous Improvement
* Use production data to identify areas for improvement
* Implement simple process enhancements that improve efficiency or product quality
* Act as the communication link between management and the production floor
What We're Looking For
* Experience as a Team Leader, Line Leader, Production Supervisor, or similar in food manufacturing
* Strong people‑leadership skills with the ability to motivate and engage diverse teams
* Good understanding of chilled food production or fast‑paced manufacturing
* A proactive approach, strong problem‑solving ability, and excellent communication skills
* Flexibility to work a 4‑day week including weekends
If you've led teams within FMCG, chilled environments, or high‑volume manufacturing — even better.
Shift Pattern — 4‑Day Week (Friday to Monday)
Friday
* 05:30 OR 06:30 start
* 14:00 OR 15:00 finish
Saturday
* 05:30 OR 06:30 start
* 17:30 OR 18:30 finish
Sunday
* 05:30 OR 06:30 start
* 17:30 OR 18:30 finish
Monday
* 05:30 OR 06:30 start
* 14:00 OR 15:00 finish
Why Join Us?
* An hourly rate of £14.76 per hour and 39 hours guaranteed every week
* A supportive, family‑driven environment
* Lead a dedicated and passionate chilled production team
* Opportunities for progression and professional development
* Work only 4 days a week while still being in a leadership role
* Be part of a respected UK brand with a long‑standing history
Ready to Lead With Us?
If you're an energetic leader who thrives in food production and wants to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Join Albert Bartlett and help shape the future of our Chilled Production team.
Requirements
* Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a production or manufacturing environment
* Understanding of chilled production processes and familiarity with quality control and safety protocols
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire a diverse team and foster collaboration
* Excellent problem‑solving abilities and a keen eye for improving operational methods
* Effective communication skills to build rapport and maintain team engagement
* A flexible and adaptable mindset, ready to embrace the challenges of a busy production environment
Benefits
* Long Service Awards
* Employee of the Month & On the Spot Awards
* Discounted Staff Sales
* Life Assurance
* Access to Free Wellbeing Services (inc. counselling and financial advice)
* Retailer Discount Scheme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Wellbeing & Engagement Events throughout the year
* Free Parking
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