Production Team Leader

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Melton Mowbray
All Departments
Operations
Advertising Salary
£382.37 per week
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Normal Working Days:
Friday to Sunday
Normal Start & Finish Time:
14.30 - 22.30

About The Role

As a High Care Team Leader, you will lead the High Care team in a busy food production area. You will make sure products are made safely, correctly, and on time. You will plan work, support your team, and make sure food safety, hygiene, and quality standards are met at all times.
 
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and support the High Care team throughout the shift
  • Plan and share tasks across the team
  • Make sure products are made to the right recipe and standard
  • Check product quality, weights, labels, and dates
  • Complete food safety and production checks
  • Make sure all High Care rules and hygiene standards are followed
  • Keep clear and accurate production records
  • Support and train team members
  • Make sure equipment is used safely
  • Help reduce waste and product loss
  • Make sure the team meets daily production targets
  • Work closely with Production, Quality, and other teams

 

About You  

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience: 

  • Experience in food production or a similar role
  • Experience of leading or supporting a team
  • Good understanding of food safety and hygiene
  • Good understanding of production checks and records
  • Able to deal with problems and make safe decisions

 

What We Offer  

We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.

Company pension scheme
Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
Employee discount scheme
Experience annual pay reviews
Profit related pay
Opportunity for extended leave
Free on-site parking
Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

About Us

Kettleby Foods, based in Melton Mowbray, is a trusted producer of high-quality chilled ready meals, supplying some of the UK’s leading retailers. Our products are crafted with care, combining great taste with convenience to meet the needs of today’s consumers.  

At Kettleby Foods, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.   

Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special! 

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.    

Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative. 

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