Production Team Leader

Production Team Leader Colchester, CO7 Pay: £12.80 – £13.50 per hour Pin Point Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Production Team Leader to join a busy and well-established fresh produce operation based in Colchester. This is a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, ideal for someone with strong supervisory experience and a commitment to food safety and quality standards. You will oversee a fruit packing line, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, efficiency, and product quality. You will lead by example, motivate your team, and ensure all packing targets and customer requirements are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities * Supervise and coordinate packing line staff to ensure an efficient workflow * Lead, motivate, and support your team to meet daily packing targets * Hands-on packing of fresh produce when required * Ensure all orders are accurate and completed on time * Monitor and maintain correct and effective packaging of produce * Minimise waste of fruit and packaging materials * Maintain and continuously improve BRC and food safety standards across the site * Ensure full compliance with Food Hygiene, HACCP, Health & Safety, GDPR, Environmental Health, Modern Slavery, and HR policies * Train and support team members on packing processes, safety procedures, and operational standards * Promote a positive, flexible, and “can-do” team environment Requirements * Previous Team Leader experience within an industrial environment * Previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment (essential) * Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations * Confident leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse workforce * Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment * Must be able to drive * Must have the right to work in the UK and hold a valid work visa where applicable Working Hours * Rota basis, working 5 days per week between Monday and Sunday * 07:30am – 5:00pm * Occasional 8:00pm finishes will be required to meet business needs Additional Information * Fruit packing operates 7 days a week and is seasonal, therefore flexibility is essential * Family-run, multicultural workplace with a supportive and inclusive atmosphere Benefits & Perks * Company pension * Free on-site parking * Christmas and Summer staff events * Monthly treats such as pizza days, burger vans, and Easter eggs * Weekly free fruit to take home for you and your family * Supportive team environment Apply now for more information