Production Leader

Job Description:

Production Lead

Location:

Kempston, Bedford

Day Shift

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Production Leader to join food manufacturing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated production professional who enjoys leading from the factory floor.

As Production Lead, you will take ownership of the day-to-day running of production operations, ensuring output targets are achieved while maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, quality, and health & safety.

What You'll Be Doing

• Setting up and preparation of production machinery, equipment and material
• Leading daily production operations and coordinating production activities.
• Ensuring production lines, equipment, and staff are fully prepared for each shift.
• Driving efficiency, reducing waste, and minimising downtime.
• Providing hands-on support and troubleshooting operational issues.
• Monitoring product quality and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Supervising, training, and developing production team members.
• Promoting a positive, high-performance culture on the factory floor.
• Maintaining excellent hygiene, houseke...