Team Leader Location: Redditch Job Type: Full-Time Salary: £31,5000 - £34,500 DOE About the Role We are seeking a proactive and experienced Zone Leader to oversee multiple production lines and Cell Leaders. This role is pivotal in ensuring food safety, product quality, health and safety, and brand integrity across your zone. You'll be a key player in driving operational excellence and team performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management * Assign roles and provide clear instructions to team members. * Motivate and support your team to meet production targets. * Conduct performance and probationary reviews. * Lead investigations and disciplinary hearings with HR support. * Present quarterly profit improvement plans to senior management. Operational Excellence * Monitor GMP, food safety, and health & safety standards across your area. * Resolve local issues independently and escalate when necessary. * Complete weekly food safety audits and ensure accurate documentation. * Conduct root cause analysis for machine breakdowns and liaise with engineering. * Maintain absence levels below 3%. Continuous Improvement * Promote a culture of continuous improvement and share best practices. * Raise ideas for process enhancements and support new product launches. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve delays or equipment issues. Key Performance Indicators * GMP score > 85% * OCE (Plan Attainment) > 95% * Accurate and timely completion of paperwork * Effective CCP checks and issue escalation * Minimized waste and giveaway levels * Compliance with food safety, quality, and safety standards Required Training & Qualifications To be signed off as a fully competent Zone Leader, you must complete the following (training provided on-site): * Food Safety Level 3 * Fire Safety & Fire Marshal * GMP, Allergen & Organic Controls * Brand Integrity & Traceability * ASC/MSC Awareness * Coaching & Mentoring * BEF Leadership & Values Language Requirement: Fluency in English (spoken, written, and reading) is essential for communication, documentation, and compliance. Essential Requirement All applicants must have experience working within food production. This is a mandatory requirement due to the nature of the role and the standards expected. Core Values & Behaviours We are a behaviour-driven business. The successful candidate will embody our core values: * Teamwork – Collaborate to achieve shared goals. * Quality – Prioritize food safety and product excellence. * Honesty – Communicate openly and transparently. * Passion – Show enthusiasm for continuous improvement. You'll also demonstrate: * Safe working practices and reporting of near misses. * Integrity in following procedures. * A commitment to our competency framework (CL2 – Advanced Contributor). Ready to Lead? If you're a driven leader with a passion for quality and team development—and have experience in food production—we'd love to hear from you, so if you are interested, the please Apply today blue1