Senior Operations Team Leader Grantham ¦ Operations ¦ Full-Time Permanent Contract Working Hours - 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 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: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