Production Line Leader

We’re looking for a confident and hands‑on Production Line Leader to join IPS at our Saint Helens site. You’ll be at the heart of a fast‑moving co‑packing and manufacturing operation, helping to deliver outstanding performance for some of the UK’s best‑known retailers and FMCG brands. If you thrive in a busy environment, enjoy motivating people, and take pride in hitting targets while maintaining high standards, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

This role is a permanent role working Monday to Friday across a rotating 3-shift pattern:
6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, and 10pm–6am
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• Set up the production line each shift, carrying out start‑up checks and health and safety checks to ensure everything is ready to run smoothly.
• Lead, motivate, and support your team to consistently achieve production targets and maintain high performance standards.
• Train and guide colleagues on the line, helping to build capability and confidence across the team.
• Make sure finished products meet client specifications and quality expectations at all times.
• Monitor KPIs such as output, downtime, and waste, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.
• Drive productivity on an hourly and daily basis to ensure production plans are delivered in full.
• Champion best practice across health, safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Keep paperwork and systems accurate and up to date in line with company procedures.
• Ensure all areas are audit‑ready and compliant with internal and external hygiene standards.

Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom, TF9 3SQ