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Bakery Team Leader Food ManufacturingBelow, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.Location: West LothianEmployment Type: Full-time | PermanentShift Pattern: VariousSalary: Competitive + BenefitsEmpower Talent is pleased to be partnering with a leading UK food manufacturer to recruit an experienced Bakery Team Leader . This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment, with a passion for developing teams and maintaining high standards in quality and safety.Youll be an essential part of the bakery operation - motivating and guiding a team of production operatives to deliver daily production targets while ensuring compliance with all food safety and H&S protocols. As a key point of contact on the bakery floor, youll also play a critical role in cross-functional communication and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities: Lead and supervise a team of production operatives to ensure the smooth running of the bakery lineMaintain a strong focus on quality, safety, hygiene, and performance targetsEnsure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and H&S regulationsMonitor product quality, ingredients, and equipment throughout production runsPromote clean as you go practices and good manufacturing processes (GMP)Coordinate with planning, technical, maintenance, dispatch and quality teams to maintain workflow and resolve issues quicklyHelp identify training needs and assist the Shift Manager in delivering training plansMonitor team attendance and performance; support in managing performance-related mattersOversee agency and temporary team members to ensure productivity and engagementRecord and report on production output, downtime, and other key metricsSupport continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing process efficienciesOperate machinery or support on the line as neededProvide cover for Shift Managers during absenceWhat Were Looking For: Experience leading or supervising a team in a food production or FMCG environmentA strong understanding of food safety and health 'safety practicesProactive, hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and coach othersComfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentStrong communication and coordination skills across teams and departmentsCommitment to continuous improvement and operational excellenceDesirable:Previous bakery production experienceKnowledge of GMP, HACCP, and audit standardsExperience supporting agency/temporary staff in a high-volume operationBenefits: Competitive salary based on experienceCompany pension schemeOpportunities for career progressionSupportive, values-driven working environmentOn-site facilities and free parkingEmployee assistance programme and staff discountsIf you're an experienced team leader or senior operative looking to step into a bigger leadership role, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a business that values quality, people, and progress.Apply now through Empower Talent.TPBN1_UKTJ