Food Production Team Leader
Location: Peterborough (PE2)
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm
Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour
Taskmaster are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our well-established and rapidly expanding client based in Peterborough. We're looking for a hands‑on, motivated Food Production Team Leader to support the daily running of production operations and help drive continued success within a modern, fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the factory to ensure production targets are consistently met.
* Leading, motivating, and supporting the production team to maintain high performance and morale.
* Creating and implementing production plans, coordinating workflow and ensuring efficient use of resources.
* Maintaining an exemplary health and safety record, promoting best practices across the team.
* Monitoring output and quality, ensuring products meet company and customer standards.
* Coordinating production using the company's new ERP system and supporting the transition to digital operations.
* Assisting with staff training, development and performance reviews to build a skilled and confident team.
Candidate Requirements
* Minimum 1 year's supervisory experience in a food production environment.
* Strong leadership and people‑management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop others.
* Confident using Microsoft Office and familiar with databases or ERP systems.
* Demonstrated experience in training, coaching and performance management.
* A proactive problem‑solver with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Sound knowledge of quality assurance processes, productivity metrics and health & safety procedures.
Why Join Our Client?
* A growing and supportive company with a strong reputation in the food production industry.
* Opportunities for career progression and further training.
* Modern facilities with a focus on efficiency, safety and staff wellbeing.
* A 4‑day working week offering a great work‑life balance.
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