Production Lead – Step Up & Lead in a Fast-Paced Food Manufacturing Environment

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a proactive and driven Production Lead to join our high-energy food manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in a fast-paced production environment who is eager to step up into a leadership role.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee daily production plans, ensuring equipment and resources are in place for smooth operations.
• Manage and troubleshoot production challenges, developing strategies to improve efficiency and meet demand.
• Analyse performance data (24-72 hours) to identify areas for process improvement.
• Monitor product quality and line performance, making necessary adjustments to enhance productivity.
• Lead projects to ensure deadlines and production standards are met.
• Reduce waste and scrap, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate across teams, including engineers, peers, and management, to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Chair development meetings, support product trials, and oversee changeovers.
• Support NPD discussions, assessing the factory’s capability for new product launches.
• Oversee equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring smooth production flow.
• Manage and develop operators, providing training and performance feedback.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards by updating SOPs and procedures.
• Provide technical support during major breakdowns and troubleshoot effectively.
• Ensure thorough line cleaning to maintain food safety and product quality.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a logical and hands-on approach.
• Confidence to challenge and influence peers and management constructively.
• Leadership qualities, with a focus on developing and motivating a team.
• Excellent organisation, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Willingness to be available outside regular hours when required.
• A continuous improvement mindset, always seeking better ways to operate.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GMP) is beneficial.

Benefits:

✔ Career Growth: A great opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role.
✔ Collaborative Culture: Work in a team that values innovation, accountability, and improvement.
✔ Competitive Salary & Benefits: £42,000 - £52,000 plus a company pension scheme, health cash plan, tech schemes, and more.
✔ Generous Holiday Package: 5 weeks + 8 Bank Holidays after your first year.
✔ Health & Life Assurance for peace of mind.

We’d love to see your CV and your wealth of experience, so please apply on the link attached or give Chloe @ MDE Group UK a call on 07441-391 143.