Packaging Late Shift Line Leader

Job description

Packaging Late Shift Line LeaderHours: Monday-Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Pay: £14.00 - £15.00 per hour

Do you have strong experience in manufacturing or production and have experience of team leading? We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Line Leader to join our late-shift team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong production knowledge, mechanical competency, and a passion for leading a team to achieve high standards in quality, safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Leading a small team of Production & Packaging Operatives on the late shift.

Setting up production lines, monitoring machine performance, and ensuring smooth operation throughout the shift.

Ensuring all products are manufactured to the highest quality, following strict GMP, HACCP and food safety guidelines.

Training, coaching and supporting new and existing team members.

Monitoring output to ensure daily production targets are achieved.Completing accurate documentation and maintaining batch records.

Ensuring compliance with health & safety requirements, escalating issues where needed.

Supporting continuous improvement and efficient ways of working.

Communicating clearly with supervisors and the wider team to maintain shift handover standards.

The ideal candidate will have

Proven experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.

Previous line leader, team leader or senior operative experience.

Knowledge of food safety standards, GMP and HACCP (training can be provided).

Mechanical aptitude for basic troubleshooting and machine operation.

Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.

Good numeracy skills for data recording and basic calculations.

Ability to work independently and take accountability for shift performance.

A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to motivate others.

Willingness to be hands-on and lead by example.

Role Requirements

Ability to stand for long periods and handle light-to-moderate lifting.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced and target-driven environment.

Reliability and commitment to regular late-shift working hours (2pm-10:30pm).

Why Join Us?

Monday-Friday working pattern—enjoy your weekends!

A supportive, friendly team environment.

Opportunities for training, development and career progression within a growing food manufacturing business.

Work with modern machinery including tablet presses and capsule filling equipment.

Be part of a company committed to producing safe, high-quality products

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Alton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English