Packing Team Leader

Packing Team Leader - High-Speed FMCG Production 📍 Location: Ramsgate, Kent 💰 Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per year (DOE) 📄 Contract: Permanent 🕒 Hours: Monday - Thursday, 12-hour shifts (transitioning to a 4-on/4-off rotation) Are you ready to lead a high-speed packing team in a brand-new FMCG operation? This is a fantastic opportunity to shape processes, develop a team, and drive operational excellence from day one. 🚀 Key Responsibilities Lead Bulk Packing, Flow Wrapping, and Bagging operations Ensure equipment setup, operation, and changeovers run efficiently Maintain high standards of product quality and presentation Complete accurate packing and production records Supervise, support, and coach Packing Line Operatives Assist with shift start-ups, changeovers, and handovers Identify and implement improvements to efficiency and quality Take full ownership of the packing setup, ensuring smooth and effective control of operations🦺 Health & Safety Responsibilities Promote and uphold safe working practices at all times Ensure correct use of PPE Carry out safety checks and report any hazards Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant working environment💪 About You Experience within FMCG, food manufacturing, or high-speed production Hands-on experience with automated packing lines Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality A team-focused, supportive, and proactive approach Willingness to learn and cross-train across production areas Strong, confident leadership skills with the ability to take control of the packing setup effectively🎁 Benefits Company pension Cycle to work scheme 🚲 Free flu vaccinations 💉 On-site parking 🚗 Health & wellbeing programme 🧠 This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-paced site launch, work with modern packing technology, and play a key role in leading a successful team. Important Information: HRGO Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business for this vacancy. All applicants are assessed solely on suitability, regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. By applying, you consent to HRGO processing your data in line with our Privacy Policy