Production Leader

Production Group Leader – Food Manufacturing Location: Wakefield Salary: £40,000 -£43,000 Our client, an innovative and forward-thinking food manufacturing business, is currently seeking a Production Group Leader to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern organisation that places strong emphasis on continuous improvement, sustainability, and people development. The Role As Production Group Leader, you will take responsibility for leading a team of operators on shift, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of production targets. You will act as a key link between shopfloor teams and senior leadership, driving performance and maintaining high standards across all operations. Key Responsibilities * Lead, coach, and develop a team of production operators * Deliver daily production plans, ensuring targets and KPIs are met * Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture * Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards * Manage staffing, resources, and shift performance effectively * Lead daily team briefings and maintain accurate production records * Identify and resolve operational issues in real time * Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including waste reduction and efficiency gains * Work closely with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues quickly * Support problem solving and root cause analysis activities Candidate Requirements * Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or food production environment * Strong communication and team management skills * Ability to motivate and organise teams to achieve results * Good understanding of production processes and equipment * A proactive and hands-on approach to problem solving Desirable: * Experience in food manufacturing environments * Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, or similar food safety standards * Awareness of lean manufacturing principles (such as 5S) What’s On Offer * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Healthcare plan * Matched pension scheme * Retail discounts and benefits platform * Opportunities for career progression within a growing, modern business About the Company Our client is a progressive food business with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and sustainability. They are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and succeed