Job Description
Job Title: Line Leader
Location: Outskirts of Canterbury
Salary: 13.45 starting, increasing to 17.27 once competent at Level 3 requirements
Hours:
Multiple shift patterns available - 5 on, 2 off 4 on, 4 off 4 on, 3 off 3 on, 4 off - will be discussed at interview.
Working hours will generally be between 6.30am - 7.00pm (shorter days outside of peak and longer hours during peak, flexibility will be required to meet the demands of the business)
Our Client:
Is a well-established fresh produce company located on the outskirts of Canterbury. Specialising in the supply of fresh produce to major retailers across the UK.
Role Summary:
As Line Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of operatives on the production line to ensure the efficient, timely and accurate processing of fruits.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Free parking
- Overtime paid at %
- An additional 2 per hour once Level 3 competent
- Progression opportunities
- Company pension
Key responsibilities within your new role would be to:
- Run the packing line as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
- Perform pre-start safety checks and ensure staff are wearing the correct PPE.
- Provide training and guidance to the packing staff when required.
- Order and collect packaging from the packaging store.
- Prepare and set up the line efficiently.
- Inform all staff of the priority of jobs and keep them updated when changes are made.
- Ensure fruit is the correct variety, grower and job number.
- Ensure QC's check all packaging samples (polybags and Flow wrap) are correct before use in production.
Complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
Carry out regular checks with Production Planning and Packhouse Manager.
Experience and skills required for this position:
- Previous experience of working with fresh produce.
- Experience as Line Leader or in another leadership role.
- Food Safety Awareness.
- Communication skills
- A good level of English
- A team player
- Attention to detail
- A proactive problem solver
Next steps:
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.
If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on (phone number removed).
Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details, if you successfully refer a friend, you will receive a 50 voucher terms apply .
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