Food Production Line Leader

Days and Hours: Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday 7am to 7pm Rates of pay ranging from £12.13: - Knowledge of the role £12.68: - Been in similar roles £13.79 Very experienced Line Leader Overtime paid after 48 hours at 1.25 Line Leader Responsibilities: Start-up Procedures: Perform all start-up checks online, ensuring equipment and processes are ready for production. Communication: Keep OS chiller and machine operators on your line informed about job priorities, and update them on any changes. Line Preparation: Prepare and efficiently set up the production line, ensuring smooth operation. Packaging & Label Collection: Collect packaging and labels from the packaging store and ensure that the Quality Control (QC) team checks all labels and packaging before starting the line. Fruit Checks: Verify that the correct variety and job number are present in the Wet area for the job at hand. Team Briefing: Instruct packers and line hygiene staff on upcoming jobs, providing clear directions as needed. Documentation: Complete all paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring records are up to date. Continuous Monitoring: Monitor the production sheet for any updates, such as additional fruit or packaging requirements. Order any extra materials in a timely manner and ensure QC checks them before use. Quality Control: Ensure that the QC team checks all extra bags and flow wrap samples before they are used in production. End-of-Job Procedures: Remove all packaging from the line after each job and return it to the packaging department. Ensure the line is clean and ready for the next task. Status Updates: Update job status on the production sheet according to SOPs and ensure all details are recorded. Completion Reporting: Report to the Packhouse Manager once all orders are completed. Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor team performance and production efficiency. Timely Completion: Ensure that all orders are completed accurately and on time, with legible and fully completed paperwork. Hygiene Compliance: Ensure that staff and packaging comply with hygiene regulations at all times. Auditing & Reporting: Prepare and submit various reports, including: Audit reports for your area Profit and loss reports Downtime reports External and internal rejection reports Overtime and ETI reportsKey Skills & Qualities: Strong enthusiasm, self-confidence, and self-motivation. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Flexible and proactive approach to tasks. Excellent attention to detail, especially in documentation and compliance. Job Type: Full-time Schedule: 12 hour shift Every weekend Overtime Work Location: In person