Production Team Lead
Listed on 2026-09-24
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production Associate / Production Line, Food Production
Full Time Production Team Lead
Based in Craigavon, Co. Armagh,
Wilson’s Country Ltd specialises in pre-packed, peeled and prepared potatoes. We supply food retailers, caterers and food processing companies with a range of products, offering quality, taste, full traceability and value for money.
Due to our continued success and business growth we are recruiting a Full Time Production Team Lead based in Craigavon, County Armagh. This hands-on role overseesa production line, producing products to the correct quality standards within despatch deadlines.
Key responsibilities- Efficient and effective set up of the machinery with the correct packaging and operating program and data input (e.g. label information - dates, variety, packing codes);
- Monitoring the machines efficiencies and carrying out changeovers for different products throughout the day;
- Working within food safety and health and safety standards and maintaining good output levels;
- Completing the production documentation as per procedure
- Overseeing and assisting a small team on the production line
There are opportunities to develop and become a multi-skilled operator. Training and ongoing support from supervisors will be provided.
Essential skills and experience- Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
- Some prior responsibility for operating machinery, or leading colleagues on the shopfloor.
- Practical understanding of production processes, quality checks and health & safety practices.
- Good communication and basic record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work flexible shifts and reliably meet attendance requirements.
- Eligibility to work in the UK is required.
The role is offered on a Full-time, Permanent basis.
Pay for this role is £13.54 per hour.
- Shift allowance for evening shift (£10/shift worked)
- 33 days paid holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time)
- Full training and opportunities for career progression
- Life Assurance
- Free on-site parking
- Employee initiatives
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Long Service Recognition Scheme
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer
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