Production Lead (Food)

Production Lead (Food)

West Cumbria
£32,000 - £33,700 DOE

Adecco Workington are delighted to be recruiting for an established and growing business based in West Cumbria for a Production Lead position.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production professional with a strong butchery background who is looking to take on a leadership role within a fast-paced operation.

Working closely with the wider management team, you will be responsible for overseeing daily production activities, supporting your team and ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety and efficiency are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support production colleagues on a day-to-day basis
• Ensure production plans and targets are achieved efficiently
• Maintain excellent standards of product quality, hygiene and food safety
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Support training and development within the team
• Manage resources effectively to meet operational requirements
• Ensure all company procedures and health and safety standards are followed
• Promote a positive and productive working environment

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous butchery experience, which is essential
• Experience working within a food production environment
• Previous supervisory, team leader or production leadership experience
• A strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Excellent communication and people management skills
• The ability to organise workloads and prioritise effectively
• A hands-on approach with a willingness to lead from the front
• A proactive mindset and commitment to maintaining high standards

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £32,000 - £33,700 depending on experience
• 5-day working week on a rota basis between Monday and Saturday
• Company pension scheme
• Employee benefits package
• Health and wellbeing support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• The opportunity to join a successful and growing business

If you have a butchery background and are looking for your next challenge in a leadership position, we'd love to hear from you.

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