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We are seeking a Team Leader to join our team at our Abernethy site in Perthshire. The successful candidate will take responsibility for operating our Celox equipment and leading the sizing team during their shift.
At Branston, potatoes are at the heart of what we do. We supply both fresh and prepared products to some of the UKs leading retailers. Based at our Fresh site, you will work closely with the Sizing & Intake Team Leader to support the effective organisation and management of our Sizing operations, ensuring output is maximised and internal customer requirements are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Leadership Provide clear and consistent leadership role modelling Branstons values at all times.
Planning Organise and manage daily sizing operations to maximise crop yield, efficiency, and equipment uptime.
Health & Safety Lead by example in promoting a strong health and safety culture, ensuring all team members follow safe working practices and taking action where standards are not met.
Compliance Ensure the team adheres to standard operating procedures and that the working area meets GMP audit standards.
About You
Minimum of 2 years experience in a management or supervisory role
Previous experience within a food manufacturing environment (desirable not essential)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Flexible and adaptable approach to work
Ability to motivate others and drive continuous improvement
What We Offer
Benefits
At Branston, we recognise that our people are key to our success, and we regularly review our benefits package. We currently offer:
Discretionary performance-related bonus
8 weeks company sick pay
Life assurance policy
Critical illness cover
6 weeks annual leave
Employee assistance platform offering a range of wellbeing services
Employer pension contributions
Discounts on a range of popular retailers
Work anniversaries and employee recognition schemes
Seasonal benefits such as Christmas hampers and Easter eggs
Wellbeing initiatives
Free parking
Free potatoes
Shift Pattern
We operate on a 7-day fortnight rota, offering an excellent work-life balance:
Week 1:Wednesday to Saturday, 05:30 18:00
Week 2:Thursday to Saturday, 05:30 18:00
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