We're looking for a driven, hands-on Operations Team Lead to join Pilgrim's Europe at our Anwick site. Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll be responsible for leading people and performance on shift, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the highest quality and customer standards. This is a key factory-floor leadership role where you'll make a real difference through strong people management, continuous improvement and living Pilgrim's Europe values every day. ?? Anwick ?? Operations / Manufacturing ¦ Pilgrim's Europe Working Hours: 2-2-3 6am to 6pm The Role As an Operations Team Lead, you will: Lead, motivate and develop Line Controllers and Operatives within your department Ensure Health & Safety, Quality, Hygiene and GMP standards are consistently met Take ownership of line performance, yields, labour control and efficiency Drive continuous improvement across people, processes and systems Manage effective shift handovers, including paperwork and machinery changeovers Monitor and control product quality, labelling and traceability Support delivery of the daily production plan, escalating risks and variances promptly Manage resources to minimise downtime and maximise output Liaise with Planning, Technical, Engineering and other departments to deliver site targets Support training, development and performance management of team members Deal with first-line disciplinary and performance issues Provide cover for the Production Manager when required Flexibility is essential, including overtime and weekend working to meet business demands. What We're Looking For You'll bring: Leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing or food production environment Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making skills Good communication skills and a confident, hands-on leadership style Good PC skills and strong attention to detail The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Awareness of food manufacturing standards and customer service requirements A flexible, proactive approach and the ability to use your own initiative Desirable: NVQ Level 4 / ILM qualification Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Why Join Us? Joining Pilgrim's Europe means being part of a values-led business where people, safety and performance come first. We offer: Competitive pay and benefits package A hands-on leadership role with real responsibility and visibility Training and development to support your leadership growth Opportunities to progress within Operations and Manufacturing A supportive team culture built on trust, ownership and collaboration The chance to play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality products to our customers Ready to Lead the Way? If you're a confident, hands-on leader who enjoys being on the factory floor and takes pride in delivering strong results the right way — we'd love to hear from you. Bring your energy, ownership and determination, and help us continue to build a safe, efficient and high-performing operation at Anwick. Apply today and take the next step in your career with Pilgrim's Europe.