Production Line Leader (Days)
Production Line Leader (Days)
4 on 4 off shift pattern, 05:30 - 18:00
38.5hrs average per week
Cranswick Country Foods, Staithes Road, Preston, Hull, HU12 8TB
Cranswick is a leading UK food producer with revenue of over £2 Billion. We produce and supply premium food to high profile UK grocery retailers, the food service sector and other UK and global customers.
We are currently seeking production line leaders to work in our busy retail department factory.
Main Duties Include (but not limited to):
- To be responsible for the attainment of production targets as directed by the Shift Manager / Retail Manager
- Maximizing efficiencies of all available resource and ensuring BAT at all times, or if this is not possible, reported to the relevant person in a timely manner
- Pre-operational start-up checks; including controlled documents, equipment check sheets, fabrication sheets, hygiene standards and line labour management
- Liaise with the Delford Operatives and QA’s to ensure all WIP documentation and operational checks are completed to the required standard
- Acting as a product specific expert where appropriate, working with other departments and disciplines in a manner to share and train own knowledge
- Understand hourly performance vs target, identify issues and deliver actions to ensure that performance targets are achieved
- Comprehension of position vs plan and be looking ahead to ensure that correct people, equipment and materials are available for the plan to be delivered
- Train and support operators to achieve correct quality standards
- Ensure management of line break times. Inform the Shift Manager of individuals breaching break limits and assist in investigations where necessary
- Ensure accurate recording of yield, labour, efficiencies, waste and other key metrics
What We Look For:
- Previous experience of fast moving consumer goods manufacturing (preferably food related)
- Proven track record of managing a team
- Problem solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
What We Offer:
- Job stability at a growing and expanding company
- Commitment to progression and personal development through department specific training
- 20 days annual leave with option to purchase additional 5 days
- Profit sharing through discounted share scheme
- Company pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
- Access to retail discount app, bike to work scheme, health and wellbeing platform
A full job description is available upon request.
Please apply on Indeed or submit your CV & Cover Letter to: [email protected]
Closing Date: 2nd May 2025
Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward.
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying and confirm this when submitting your application.