Team Leader

Job Title: Team Leader Food Manufacturing (Meat Processing)

Location: Potton
Shift: Day Shift Monday to Friday, 06 30 (flexibility required)
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (Temp-to-Perm)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to oversee daily operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, specialising in meat products such as pork and beef sausages, different pies, bacons etc. The successful candidate will lead a production team to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate a team of production operatives on the factory floor
• Ensure production targets and deadlines are consistently met
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality control
• Monitor staff performance and provide guidance, training, and support
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety regulations and company policies
• Complete production documentation accurately and on time
• Liaise with management and other departments to ensure smooth operations
• Identify and resolve operational issues promptly
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production process

Requirements

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment (meat processing preferred)
• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role
• Strong understanding of food safety standards (e.g. HACCP)
• Ability to work in a chilled environment handling pork and beef products
• Good leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required

Working Conditions

• Chilled factory environment
• Handling raw meat products (pork, beef, etc.)
• PPE must be worn at all times