Line Leader

Line Leader - Stevenage Pay: £14.31 - £17.36 per hour (Full Time)

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Line Leader to join our operations team in Stevenage. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced production environment, enjoys leading people, and takes pride in delivering high standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.

About the Role

As a Line Leader, you will oversee and coordinate production and decant lines, ensuring smooth workflow, accurate labelling, and consistent product quality. You will guide a team of up to 25 operatives, support training, manage system data, and maintain compliance with all company procedures.

This is a hands on leadership role where strong communication, problem solving, and organisational skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities Line Management & Efficiency

• Lead and coordinate production/decant lines to meet hourly efficiency targets
• Ensure all plans are followed accurately and escalate any issues
• Complete SIC boards and trackers to the required standard
• Reduce waste across product, packaging, and downtime
• Maintain high accuracy in labelling, packaging, and process controls

Planning & Productivity

• Follow production plans and report amendments to the Team Leader/Supervisor
• Provide clear handovers between shifts
• Support the department in achieving KPIs and operational goals

Quality & Customer Specification

• Ensure all products are packed or decanted to the correct specification
• Highlight any concessions or quality concerns promptly

Administration & Systems

• Manage data accurately in Prophet, Marco, and RedZone
• Complete stock takes and transfers correctlyEnsure all reports and plans are completed on time

People & Training

• Support the development of your team and identify strong performers
• Train line leaders, operatives, unloaders, and line feeders
• Maintain accurate timekeeping and report disciplinary issues when required

Hygiene & Housekeeping

• Promote the company's clean as you go policy
• Ensure GMP standards are met at all times

Health & Safety

• Follow all health and safety policies
• Report hazards, near misses, and equipment faults immediately
• Keep fire exits clear and ensure safe working practices

What We're Looking For

• Experience in food processing (desirable)
• Strong administrative and computer skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to prioritise and maintain accuracy under pressure
• Flexible, motivated, and energetic with strong attention to detail

If you're a confident leader who enjoys working in a structured, fast moving environment and wants to help drive operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.