Production Team Leader - Part time

About the Role We are looking for a Production Team Leader to support increasing volumes and the launch of a new production line at our Kinisla site in Portadown. This is permanent role fully concentrated on weekend role:
Saturday and Sunday, 06:0018:00 for a total of 24 hours per week. You will play a key role in leading a team of operators, ensuring a safe, high-quality, and efficient production environment while driving engagement, clear communication, and continuous improvement. What will I be doing? High Performing Teams Lead and engage the team with a strong focus on problem-solving and collaboration.

Build team capability through recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing performance management. Quality Maintain product quality and adherence to GMP through management of the team and process to deliver agreed product specifications as defined in quality standards and policies. Health and Safety Ensure a strong safety culture within the team. Conduct risk assessments on processes and tasks, implement mitigation actions, and monitor compliance with safety procedures.

Production Operations Support and manage the team to convert material into work in progress (WIP) or finished product by formally executing production schedule. Use short interval control to ensure standard line output is achieved. Document and Train Standard Work and Standard Operating Procedures Develop and ensure compliance to SOPs for process related manufacturing jobs / tasks in the Production Stream.

Continuous Improvement Continuously improve standards set by executing 8 Step Practical Problem Solving and other KPS methodologies as appropriate. Identify, rectify, and report production issues Address and escalate production issues (process, equipment, quality, safety) and document them for further investigation in line with SOPs. Start-ups, changeovers and shift handovers Coordinate team activities during set-ups and changeovers, and ensure clear handovers between shifts for continuity.

What do I need to be successful? At Kinisla, we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment. These include:
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes Previous experience managing or supervising teams, with a focus on coaching and team development Ability to apply lean manufacturing principles and tools in day-to-day operations Good numerical and analytical skills to track and interpret production data Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels Proficiency in MS Office tools Fluency in English.

What will I get in return? At Kinisla, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life. We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.

We also offer: 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Matched pension scheme Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers. About Kinisla Kinisla is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.

With over 50 years experience in milk…