Operations Team Lead

Location : Craigavon Shift : Monday to Friday - 16:00 - 12:00am Contract Type : Permanent, Full-time, Monthly Paid About the Role As an Operations Team Lead, you'll be at the heart of our production operations - managing a team of production operatives and ensuring that performance targets across safety, quality, technical, service, and people management are met and exceeded. You'll play a key role in delivering our KPIs and supporting continuous improvement across the site. What You'll Do: Lead and engage your production team to deliver results in a safe, efficient and high-performing environment Own and drive key performance metrics: safety, technical compliance, production efficiency, labour utilisation, and customer service Proactively manage and improve standards for food safety, quality, and hygiene Carry out investigations, audits, and performance reviews to ensure a culture of accountability and excellence Collaborate cross-functionally with departments like Technical, Engineering, HR, and Planning Champion a positive, inclusive working environment, promoting communication, engagement, and continuous development Support and embed Continuous Improvement and Lean principles across your team What We're Looking For: Essential: Proven people management experience OR experience in a supervisory/leadership role within production Strong communication and organisational skills Comfortable working with KPIs, quality standards, and technical documentation Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Self-motivated with a hands-on, proactive approach Desirable : Background in FMCG or food manufacturing HACCP and Health & Safety qualifications Experience leading or supporting continuous improvement initiatives Leadership or management qualifications GCSE Maths and English (Grade C or above or equivalent)

Location: Craigavon, Northern Ireland, GB

Posted Date: 9/8/2025