Team Leader/ Packhouse Team Leader - Spider is advertising on behalf of a leading food production company for an experienced Packhouse Team Leader to join their production operation on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is office and production floor-based at the company site north of Colchester, Essex.

Why them:

This well-established food production business specialises in high-quality potato processing, from washing to packing. With a strong focus on quality, compliance, and operational efficiency, they encourage a supportive, team-focused environment where staff can develop and grow with the business.

Fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive Salary: £15 per hour for 40 hours, with paid overtime at £17 per hour for hours over 40
Holiday: 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Free on-site parking
Employee extras: Pension, discounted products + more

About the role

As Packhouse Team Leader, you will oversee the potato manufacturing unit and washroom, ensuring all production from washing to packing meets strict quality and operational standards. You will work closely with the Packhouse Production Operations Manager to manage daily production, supervise the team, maintain staffing efficiency, minimise wastage, and ensure compliance with Health & Safety and BRC standards. The role is a full-time position, starting at 6am, with a contracted 45 hours per week and paid overtime for any hours worked over 40, with team members typically working around 50 hours per week depending on the season.

Main responsibilities and Duties:

Ensure incoming raw materials meet quality and variety standards
Supervise washing, packing, labelling, palletising, and storage of finished product
Lead the packhouse team, delivering training to ensure understanding of processes and requirements
Maintain staffing levels and ensure efficient use of resources
Monitor Health & Safety and compliance standards throughout production
Work collaboratively with other Team Leaders to maximise efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Support problem-solving and rapid response to production issues as they arise

About you:

As Packhouse Team Leader, you will be a highly motivated and hands-on leader, with excellent people skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. You will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in the food industry, ideally with a potato production background, and a strong understanding of BRC standards. You are calm under pressure, flexible with working hours, and able to adapt to an evolving operational environment. Strong computer skills (Excel, Word) and food handling training are required.

If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Packhouse Team Leader role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Additional keywords: Team Leader, Production Supervisor, Packhouse Supervisor, Food Production, Potato Production, Manufacturing Team Leader, BRC Standards, Health & Safety, Staff Management, Production Operations, Quality Control, Packhouse Operations, Food Industry

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