Packaging Late Shift Line Leader
Hours: Monday–Friday, 2:00pm – 10:30pm
Pay: £14.00 - £15.00 per hour
Do you have strong experience in manufacturing or production and have experience of team leading? We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Line Leader to join our late-shift team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong production knowledge, mechanical competency, and a passion for leading a team to achieve high standards in quality, safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
As a Late Shift Line Leader, you will be responsible for:
* Leading a small team of Production & Packaging Operatives on the late shift.
* Setting up production lines, monitoring machine performance, and ensuring smooth operation throughout the shift.
* Ensuring all products are manufactured to the highest quality, following strict GMP, HACCP and food safety guidelines.
* Training, coaching and supporting new and existing team members.
* Monitoring output to ensure daily production targets are achieved.
* Completing accurate documentation and maintaining batch records.
* Ensuring compliance with health & safety requirements, escalating issues where needed.
* Supporting continuous improvement and efficient ways of working.
* Communicating clearly with supervisors and the wider team to maintain shift handover standards.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Proven experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
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Previous line leader, team leader or senior operative experience
* Knowledge of food safety standards, GMP and HACCP (training can be provided).
* Mechanical aptitude for basic troubleshooting and machine operation.
* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
* Good numeracy skills for data recording and basic calculations.
* Ability to work independently and take accountability for shift performance.
* A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to motivate others.
* Willingness to be hands-on and lead by example.
Role Requirements
* Ability to stand for long periods and handle light-to-moderate lifting.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced and target-driven environment.
* Reliability and commitment to regular late-shift working hours (2pm–10:30pm).
Why Join Us?
* Monday–Friday working pattern—enjoy your weekends!
* A supportive, friendly team environment.
* Opportunities for training, development and career progression within a growing food manufacturing business.
* Work with modern machinery including tablet presses and capsule filling equipment.
* Be part of a company committed to producing safe, high-quality products