Packing Room Team Leader - Night's

Packing Room Team Leader – Night’s

Location: South Manchester

Shift: Monday – Friday 10.00pm – 6.00am

Salary: £30,368 - £31,824

About the Company

A well-established and rapidly growing food manufacturing business supplying products to major customers across the UK. Family-owned with a strong, hands-on culture, the business prides itself on quality, service, and continued investment in its people and processes.

The Role

As Packing Room Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for the accurate packing of products across multiple lines, ensuring that output is efficient, compliant, and meets customer specifications. Leading by example, you’ll coach, train, and motivate your team while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise operatives and ensure efficient, accurate completion of packing tasks.
• Operate and oversee packing machinery safely and competently.
• Delegate effectively and support your team’s development.
• Monitor productivity and drive improvements in efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and company procedures.
• Communicate new requirements and updates clearly to your team.
• Contribute to production meetings, huddles, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to achieve business goals.

The Person

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience leading a team (or can clearly demonstrate leadership potential).
• Brings experience in food manufacturing, FMCG production, packaging, or warehouse operations.
• Holds Food Safety & Health and Safety Level 2 qualifications.
• Is proactive, solutions-focused, and flexible in approach.
• Communicates clearly, respectfully, and with professionalism.
• Is committed to personal development and continuous learning.

Personal Attributes:

• Natural leader and coach, able to motivate and problem-solve with your team.
• Self-motivated, organised, and reliable.
• Approachable, influential, and confident working with all levels.
• Open-minded and adaptable to new ways of working.

Benefits

• Competitive holiday allowance (increasing with service)
• Extra day off for your birthday (after qualifying period)
• Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite parking with good transport links
• Regular company recognition initiatives and social events

Keywords

Packing Room Team Leader, Production Team Leader, Night Shift Supervisor, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Team Leader, Packing Supervisor, Factory Team Leader, Manufacturing Supervisor, Operations

Please contact (Ryan Taylor at Winsearch for more information)

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