Senior Team Leader - Packing & Assembly - Monday - Friday PM

Senior Team Leader - Packing & Assembly - Monday - Friday PM

Job Reference charliebighams/TP/19158/527

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Senior Team Leader - Packing & Assembly Over £42k + Bonus Choice of 2 Permanent PM Shifts

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Charlie Bigham's Quarry Kitchen, Dulcote Quarry, Wells BA5 3FH

Closing Date:

13/08/2026

Job Category:

Production/Manufacturing

Region / Division:

Wells; Somerset

Package Description

Lead high-performing teams. Drive operational excellence. Help create the exceptional food Charlie Bigham's is known for.

We're looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Team Leader to join our Packing & Assembly operation in Wells. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven people leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about delivering results through their team.

What's In It For You?

• £23.95 - £24.63 per hour inclusive of all premiums
• Overtime paid at £27+ per hour
• Quarterly bonus
• 28 days' annual leave, increasing with service
• Free Bigham's meals to take home
• Life assurance benefit
• Medicash and online GP service
• Discounts with popular high-street retailers
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised canteen

Job Introduction

As a Senior Team Leader, you'll take ownership of safety, quality, productivity and people performance across a key production area. You'll lead by example, coach and develop Team Leaders and Operatives, and play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement across the operation.

Choose from Two Permanent Shift Patterns

Monday - Friday, 4:00pm - Midnight

• £23.95 per hour inclusive of all premiums
• Equivalent to over £42kper year

Monday - Friday, 5:00pm - 1:00am

• £24.63 per hour inclusive of all premiums
• Equivalent to over £43k per year

Main Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Deliver daily safety, quality and production targets.
• Manage labour, resources and operational performance within your area.
• Drive GMP, Health & Safety and quality standards.
• Coach Team Leaders and Operatives to maximise capability and engagement.
• Resolve operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Work closely with wider departments to ensure successful delivery of the production plan.
• Support succession planning, training and employee development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous leadership experience within a manufacturing, food production, logistics or operational environment
• A proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams
• Strong people management and communication skills
• A hands on leadership style with a passion for achieving results
• The ability to make decisions, solve problems and perform under pressure
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Someone who embodies our values of bringing extraordinary, bringing people together and bringing real care & attention

About The Company

At Charlie Bigham's, we're passionate about creating remarkable food and building exceptional teams. This is a rare opportunity to join our leadership team in a highly visible role where you'll have real influence, develop others, and make a significant impact on business performance.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career and lead one of our key operational teams, we'd love to hear from you.