Production Team Leader (Food)

Production Team Leader (Food) Redditch | Full-Time | £30,000 Reed Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business in Redditch to recruit a Production Team Leader. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Operative, Line Leader or Team Leader looking to take the next step in their career with a company that places quality, teamwork and continuous improvement at the heart of everything they do. Working within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, you'll be responsible for leading a production team, ensuring daily production targets are achieved whilst maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality and health & safety compliance. Why Join? • Overtime opportunities available • Join a supportive and growing food manufacturing business • Opportunity to lead and develop your own team • Exposure to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives The Role As Production Team Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of your production area, ensuring production plans are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. You will play a key role in managing staff performance, coordinating production changeovers, monitoring KPIs and driving high standards across your team. Key Responsibilities • Lead, motivate and support a team within a food production environment • Ensure GMP, food safety, health & safety and legal requirements are followed at all times • Coach, mentor and develop team members, identifying training needs where required • Monitor attendance, timekeeping, performance and compliance training • Coordinate and complete production changeovers efficiently • Plan packaging, labels, materials and tooling requirements ahead of changeovers • Communicate effectively with Production, Packing, Prep and Engineering teams • Ensure production downtime is minimised and resources are utilised effectively • Escalate equipment breakdowns and operational issues promptly • Complete production documentation and records accurately • Ensure daily production plans are achieved and communicate any risks or challenges • Support new product trials and launches within the area • Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement activities • Promote a positive team culture and maintain high operational standards About You We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience in food manufacturing, FMCG or a fast-paced production environment. Essential Requirements • Previous experience in a Team Leader, Line Leader or Senior Production role • Experience working within food manufacturing or FMCG • Good understanding of food safety, GMP and health & safety requirements • Strong people management and communication skills • Ability to motivate and develop a team • Organised and proactive approach to problem-solving Desirable • Experience managing production changeovers • Internal audit experience • Food Safety or HACCP qualification • Continuous improvement knowledge • Experience supporting new product introductions Career Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that genuinely values its people and offers long-term development opportunities. You'll play an important role in driving operational performance while developing your leadership skills within a successful and growing organisation. If you're an ambitious Production Team Leader looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.