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Team Leader (Production) | Grimsby | Rotating 3-Shift Pattern | Food Manufacturing
Are you an experienced Production Team Leader looking to take the next step in your career with a leading food manufacturer?
We are looking for a Team Leader to join our manufacturing operation in Grimsby , where we produce a range of branded and own-label soups enjoyed by consumers across the UK. Our portfolio includes well-known brands such as Yorkshire Provender, Cully & Sully, and New Covent Garden Soup , alongside products for a range of retail and foodservice customers.
This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for driving safety, quality, performance and people development across a fast-paced production environment.
Shift Pattern
This role operates on a rotating three-shift pattern:
6:00am - 2:00pm
10:00am - 6:00pm
2:00pm - 10:00pm
About the Role
Reporting to the Shift Manager, you will lead a team of approximately 15-20 colleagues, ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
You will play a key role in delivering operational KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives, coaching and developing team members, and maintaining excellent standards across health & safety, food safety and hygiene.
You will also deputise for the Shift Manager when required.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, motivate and develop production operatives and Lead Operators.
Deliver daily production plans whilst maintaining quality, safety and efficiency standards.
Monitor and communicate key performance indicators across the team.
Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, health & safety and legislative requirements.
Manage training and development activities within your team.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using problem-solving tools and root cause analysis techniques.
Promote high standards of housekeeping, hygiene and visual management.
Support labour planning and resource allocation to maximise operational efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Technical, NPD, Engineering and Commercial.
Conduct team briefings and promote effective two-way communication.
Support performance management, absence management and employee engagement activities.
What We're Looking For
Previous experience as a Team Leader, Production Supervisor or similar leadership role within food manufacturing .
Strong understanding of food production processes, equipment and factory operations.
Experience implementing continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles.
Knowledge of food safety, quality and health & safety standards.
Strong people management and coaching skills.
Good IT skills and experience using manufacturing systems.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable
Advanced Food Hygiene qualification.
Experience with M3, SCADA or similar manufacturing systems.
Formal continuous improvement or lean manufacturing training.
What You'll Get
Opportunity to join a successful and growing food manufacturing business.
A leadership role with genuine opportunity for development and progression.
Exposure to well-known UK food brands and major retail customers.
Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Competitive salary / rate of pay
A day off work to support our charity partners
Flexible working options
Pension
Medical benefit
And access to a HUB that offers many discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers
About The Hain Celestial Group
Hain Celestial Group is a leading health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living for people, communities and the planet through better-for-you brands. For more than 30 years, our portfolio of beloved brands has intentionally focused on delivering nutrition and well-being that positively impacts today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Hoboken, N.J., Hain Celestial’s products across…