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Job Title


Production Line Leader


Company : Manpower


Location : Craigavon, Northern Ireland


Created : 2025-05-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Production Line LeaderBelow covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.- Food Manufacturing Portadown Area | Full-Time | Rotational Shifts Salary 13.00- 13.50 P/h Join a Market-Leading Food Production Team Driving Excellence in Operations and People Development A leading player in the Northern Ireland food manufacturing sector is looking for a skilled and ambitious Production Line Leader to join their growing operation.Specialising in the processing of high-demand chilled food lines, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of team leadership, performance delivery, and continuous improvement on the production floor.What You'll Do Take charge of your production line, leading from the front and ensuring a culture of performance, safety, and quality Manage the day-to-day operations of the line to ensure output, yield, and OEE targets are consistently met Deliver hands-on coaching and guidance to line operatives, supporting onboarding and upskilling initiatives Ensure compliance with food safety, quality control, and health & safety standards across your area Collaborate with shift leaders, engineers, and planning teams to drive efficiency and minimise downtime Support a lean manufacturing approach and contribute ideas for process improvement What You'll Bring Experience in a food production or FMCG environment (fresh, chilled, or prepared produce advantageous) Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams in a fast-paced setting Strong problem-solving skills and an eye for quality, detail, and operational flow Excellent communication and decision-making skills with a proactive, 'can-do' mindset Flexibility to work rotating shifts in a collaborative, target-driven environment Why Apply? 33 Days Annual Leave including public holidays Structured Training & Upskilling with pathways into team leadership and technical roles Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Support Life Assurance and Long Service Awards Inclusive and Supportive Work Culture that values innovation and career growth This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role or take the next step in their production career.You'll join a respected and forward-thinking food producer with a strong commitment to people development and manufacturing excellence.Take the lead- apply now to shape your future in food production.ADZN1_UKTJ