Senior Operations Team Leader
Grantham ¦ Operations ¦ Full-Time Permanent Contract
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We are looking for a Senior Operations Team Leader to play a pivotal role in driving performance, safety, and operational excellence across our Grantham site.
This is more than a team leader role—you'll be a key operational contact during shifts, coordinating teams, managing performance, and stepping up to lead in critical situations when needed.
What You'll Be Responsible For
* Champion a zero-harm culture and exceed H&S targets
* Lead safe working practices, compliance, and team training
* Act quickly to escalate and manage any safety risks
* Ensure all products meet customer, food safety, and quality standards
* Maintain GMP standards and ensure the site is audit-ready at all times
* Support and lead audits and customer visits
* Deliver key KPIs: output, yield, quality, labour efficiency
* Optimise labour utilisation, attendance, and workforce planning
* Work closely with maintenance to ensure equipment uptime
* Support planning and execution during peak production
* Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team
* Drive engagement through communication, feedback, and team briefings
* Ensure training compliance and maintain an accurate skills matrix
* Champion wellbeing and foster a positive team culture
* Drive lean improvements and operational efficiencies
* Lead projects and meetings to support site performance
* Embed visual management and best practices
* Promote waste reduction, recycling, and energy efficiency
* Support initiatives to reduce environmental impact
What We're Looking For
* Strong leadership experience in FMCG or manufacturing
* Proven ability to deliver results and drive performance
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder skills
* Experience in continuous improvement and lean practices
* Highly organised, proactive, and solution-focused
* Food manufacturing background
* HACCP / IOSH qualifications
* Track record in delivering sustainable change
What Success Looks Like
* Safe, compliant operations with zero incidents
* Strong delivery against production and quality KPIs
* Engaged, trained, and high-performing teams
* Positive audit outcomes and customer satisfaction
* Measurable improvements in efficiency and performance
Why Join Pilgrim's Europe?
At Pilgrim's Europe, we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can grow and succeed:
* Competitive salary and benefits xsngvjr package
* Opportunities for career progression across a global organisation
* Ongoing training, development, and leadership support
* Performance-driven culture that recognises and rewards success
* Supportive team environment with a strong focus on collaboration
* Employee wellbeing initiatives and support networks
* Employee benefits platform and staff discount schemes
* Commitment to sustainability and responsible operations
Our Values
We're driven by values that shape how we work every day:
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
Availability ¦ Humility ¦ Discipline ¦ Sincerity ¦ Ownership ¦ Determination ¦ Simplicity
Ready to Step Up?
If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is ready to make a real impact—we want to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your leadership career