Production Line Leader

P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking a Production Line Leader to work on a full-time permanent basis in Great Yarmouth.

Role Summary

Working in a clean manufacturing environment where the highest quality standards are observed, you will be leading a team of Production Operators to deliver batches of the correct quality and in adherence to the Production plans. This role reports to the Production Shift Leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive a team of Production Operators to ensure batches are produced on time, to the required quality standards and in accordance with relevant company procedures.
• Inspire and motivate to achieve objectives and targets whilst driving continuous improvement requirements within the team.
• Support new product introductions and packaging improvement activities.
• Ensure safe and effective working practices of line team.
• Ensure direct reports are effectively trained and adhere to all procedures required for their role.
• Effectively organise and drive a team of operators to efficiently run the line.
• Identify issues with equipment/components that affect running performance and support their resolution.
• Clear and effective communication of line performance and fixes via daily meetings, KPI reports and emails.
• Expert in operation of the line, including minor troubleshooting.
• Effective teamwork with support departments, coordinating quality and/or engineering support when required.
• Monitor the capability and performance of direct reports, responsible for first line informal discipline where required.
• Act as backup for the Shift Leader in their absence.

Working Hours and Benefits

Shift schedule:

• Week one: Monday to Thursday 6 00, Friday 6 00
• Week two: Monday to Thursday 13 00, Friday 12 45

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, salary reviewed annually with an annual bonus payable in May depending on Company performance.
• Holiday is 25 days less 4 to cover Christmas closure plus bank holidays.
• Pension offered at 5%, increasing to 6% after 5 years' service, this is offered on a matched / salary exchange basis.
• Life Assurance, payable at 4 times basic salary.
• AXA PPP private health offered after a qualifying period.
• Free lunch offered daily, plus tea / coffee etc.
• Free onsite parking.