Team Leader

A great opportunity has developed from Edgmond Foods for a new role we are implementing. We are looking for dynamic and experienced Team Leaders. The Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of our production team, ensuring the highest standards of health and safety, food safety & quality, process knowledge and control, continuous improvement, and people management.

Role and Responsibilities

Health and Safety:

- Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures to create a safe working environment.

- Conduct regular safety inspections and provide necessary training to team members.

- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and standards.

Food Safety & Quality:

- Monitor and uphold strict food safety and quality standards throughout the production process.

- Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

- Address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions.

- Has the ability to work closely with supporting functions to achieve business objectives.

Process Knowledge and Control:

- Have a deep understanding of production processes and equipment.

- Monitor and optimize production processes to maximize efficiency and quality.

- Implement quality control measures to minimize waste and ensure product consistency.

- Has the ability to maximise labour recovery through close people management.

- Has the ability to positively influence and implement change.

Continuous Improvement:

- Identify areas for improvement in processes, procedures, and team performance.

- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality.

- Monitor key performance indicators and adjust strategies as needed.

People Management:

- Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of production workers.

- Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to team members.

Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role in the food industry.

- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and food safety standards.

- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and motivate a diverse team.

- Level 2 Food safety certification.

- Working knowledge of people management processes.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)

- Strong / effective communicator

- Ability to present team briefs

Desirable

- A track record of developing / creating a high performing team

From £30,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• On-site parking, Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


Pay: From £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• On-site parking


Schedule:

• Day shift


• Monday to Friday


• Night shift


• Weekend availability