Overview
Great opportunity to work as a Section Leader for one of the largest providers of fresh flowers to major supermarket chains throughout the UK. Staffline is recruiting a Section Leader to oversee the Intake, Packaging, or Yard department in Alconbury. Transport is available from 4 locations in Peterborough. The rates of pay are shown below. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate. Transport is available from Peterborough locations.
This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate!
Shift and Pay
* Day shift £13.78 per hour
* Overtime after 48 hours paid at Day shift rate £17.23 per hour
* Shifts: Days, 6am to 6pm
Working Pattern
The role follows a 4-on, 3-off, 3-on, 4-off shift pattern, with additional overtime days offered but not expected. Please note that shifts are subject to change to cover and meet business requirements.
Your Role
As a Section Leader you will support the Section Manager in overseeing daily operations within the intake, packaging, or yard areas. You will ensure smooth workflow, maintain health and safety standards, and coordinate the team to meet operational targets. You will be the go-to person, providing guidance, training, and ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee daily operations in intake, packaging, or yard areas to ensure smooth workflow and timely processing of customer orders
* Monitor team performance, address delays, and ensure daily targets are met
* Lead daily briefings, allocate tasks, and provide on-the-job coaching and motivation
* Train new team members and support skills development across the team
* Maintain high standards of health, safety, and hygiene, reporting hazards and ensuring GMP compliance
* Assist with stock handling, equipment checks, and maintaining machinery
* Carry out weekly safety audits and ensure compliance with all company policies
* Identify and implement improvements to boost efficiency, quality, and team performance
Qualifications & Experience
* Previous supervisory experience, ideally within fresh produce, food production, or a fast-moving consumer goods environment
* Experience in warehousing, intake, or packaging is essential, and the ability to lead and motivate a team
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive, solutions-focused attitude
* Familiarity with warehouse management systems is desirable, as is training in health and safety (e.g. IOSH)
* Role involves working in chilled conditions (3-5°C) and may require lifting up to 20kg
* Strong attention to detail, methodical approach, and leadership skills
* Effective communication in written and verbal English
* Full training provided; experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential
Key Information and Benefits
* Earn £13.78 to £17.23 per hour
* Temp to perm opportunity
* OnSite support from Staffline
* Canteen on site
* PPE provided
* Full training provided
Job Ref: V1MNZ
About Staffline
Staffline is the UK's leading provider of flexible, temporary and permanent workforce solutions, enabling over 28,000 people into good work every day. We operate at more than 350 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales.
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