Production Line Leader - Food Manufacturing
Portadown Area Full-Time Rotational Shifts
Salary 13.00 - 13.50 P/h
Join a Market-Leading Food Production Team Driving Excellence in Operations and People Development
A leading player in the Northern Ireland food manufacturing sector is looking for a skilled and ambitious Production Line Leader to join their growing operation. Specialising in the processing of high-demand chilled food lines, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of team leadership, performance delivery, and continuous improvement on the production floor.
What You'll Do
* Take charge of your production line, leading from the front and ensuring a culture of performance, safety, and quality
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the line to ensure output, yield, and OEE targets are consistently met
* Deliver hands-on coaching and guidance to line operatives, supporting onboarding and upskilling initiatives
* Ensure compliance with food safety, quality control, and health & safety standards across your area
* Collaborate with shift leaders, engineers, and planning teams to drive efficiency and minimise downtime
* Support a lean manufacturing approach and contribute ideas for process improvement
What You'll Bring
* Experience in a food production or FMCG environment (fresh, chilled, or prepared produce advantageous)
* Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams in a fast-paced setting
* Strong problem-solving skills and an eye for quality, detail, and operational flow
* Excellent communication and decision-making skills with a proactive, 'can-do' mindset
* Flexibility to work rotating shifts in a collaborative, target-driven environment
Why Apply?
* 33 Days Annual Leave including public holidays
* Structured Training & Upskilling with pathways into team leadership and technical roles
* Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Support
* Life Assurance and Long Service Awards
* Inclusive and Supportive Work Culture that values innovation and career growth
This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role or take the next step in their production career. You'll join a respected and forward-thinking food producer with a strong commitment to people development and manufacturing excellence.
Take the lead - apply now to shape your future in food production.
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