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Gressingham Foods

Location:
United Kingdom, Redgrave, Diss

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

To maintain smooth and cost-effective operations across multiple production lines within your department. To uphold the highest quality standards and meet customer expectations at all times. To maximize yield and minimize waste. To ensure your department complies with all current hygiene regulations. To ensure your department complies with all current health and safety requirements. This is a multi-line role, requiring the Line Leader to oversee several production lines. The position carries significant responsibility and operates at a level close to that of a departmental manager, supporting the Production Manager in delivering operational excellence.

Job Responsibility:

Motivate and supervise a team of operatives to achieve required production volumes at the specified quality and minimum cost
Monitor production efficiency using SIC boards and KPI information
Maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards throughout your department
Monitor labour costs for all operational areas against standards, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement corrective actions
Ensure consistent and accurate flow of production data for KPI reporting, in conjunction with the Production Manager
Continuously review production methods and systems to improve efficiency across multiple lines
Monitor waste levels and take appropriate measures to reduce them
Set up department machinery each day to maximise performance and productivity
Liaise with the Personnel Manager and Training Officer to develop and deliver effective training programmes, ensuring appropriate multi-skilling and identifying individuals with potential for advancement
In conjunction with the Technical Team and Production Controllers, ensure all production control procedures meet company, customer, and FSA standards
Carry out any other manual or management duties related to food production as reasonably required by the company
Supervise and promote Health & Safety awareness and compliance within your department

Requirements:

Own transport is essential due to the remote location
Ability to challenge when quality standards are compromised
Strong coaching and mentoring skills
Confidence to take calculated risks when necessary
Flexibility and willingness to embrace change
Ability to recognise potential in others and provide development opportunities
Accountability — taking ownership and responsibility for outcomes
Problem-solving — understanding what is within your control, exploring available options, and recommending effective solutions
Strong technical understanding of product specifications, machinery, and operational procedures
Excellent organisational skills, forward planning, problem-solving, and time management

What we offer:

Annual Xmas attendance based profit related bonus
Staff Discount shop
Opportunities to further train and develop further (career progression) through our dedicated Company Training Manager
FREE Private counselling support services
Auto enrolment Pension
Staff Discount “Wild Duck Canteen” serving hot food and tasty snacks
FREE Staff and family events
28 days holiday + option to apply for one weeks unpaid holiday each year
FREE Medical health screening
FREE access to mental health first aider and employee welfare manager support
FREE Freebie Fridays
FREE Monthly Employee Draw – chance to win love to shop voucher
Long service awards, starting at 10 year award, receiving up to £1000 tax free cash bonus when 25 years achieved

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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