Production Line Leader

About the Role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Production Line Leader to join a fast-paced food production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, leading a small team, and ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. You will work closely with the Production Supervisor and take responsibility for the smooth running of daily production activities across multiple production areas, depending on operational demand. Key Responsibilities Produce high-quality products consistently to specification Operate and monitor production equipment safely and efficiently Prepare, weigh, and verify ingredients accurately prior to production Follow recipes, SOPs, and production schedules Ensure machinery is correctly set up and fully operational before each shift Verify all ingredients, packaging, and labels are correct and available before production starts Brief, organise, and position staff effectively at the start of each shift Maintain strict hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards throughout production Carry out labelling, packing, and palletising of finished goods Complete production logs, records, and quality documentation accurately Conduct regular in-line quality checks (weight, appearance, texture, packaging accuracy) Identify and escalate any deviations from specifications promptly and support corrective actions Guide and support production operatives to maintain consistent quality standards Assist ..... full job details .....