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Section Leader

United Kingdom, Old Leake (near Boston) · Job Posted February 04, 2026
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In this busy and dynamic role as Section Leader you will supervise a specified team to ensure that products are manufactured to the highest quality standards at minimum cost, always in line with CCP, GMP and Health & Safety requirements. You will play a key role in supporting Bakkavor’s values, fostering a culture built on people engagement, safety, quality and a constant drive to improve. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver consistently outstanding results while maintaining efficiency and compliance, helping the business achieve excellence every day.

Job Responsibility

  • Promote a safe working environment in line with Group policy
  • Ensure GMP, food safety, product quality, presentation and housekeeping are maintained
  • Oversee attendance, reviews, absence management and first-level disciplinary actions
  • Identify skill needs, support training, and build a talent pool for progression
  • Drive KPIs, waste reduction, production control and accurate record keeping
  • Manage breaks, shift changeovers and monitor standards to deliver the plan
  • Lead daily briefs, SIC reviews and maintain strong links with peers and managers
  • Support hiring, induction and early engagement of new team members
  • Complete reporting and data tasks including OEE, T&A and holiday management

Requirements

  • Confident leadership in food manufacturing, with a track record of inspiring and developing high‑performing teams
  • Hands‑on manufacturing experience, bringing practical understanding to daily operations and decision‑making
  • Calm and clear‑thinking under pressure, approaching challenges with logic, composure, and a solutions‑focused mindset
  • Strong alignment with Bakkavor Values, consistently demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and teamwork
  • Flexible, adaptable, and tech‑savvy, able to adjust to changing priorities and use digital tools confidently
  • Effective communicator with solid numerical skills, supporting sound operational and people‑focused decisions
  • Background in chilled foods, FMCG, or broader food manufacturing is advantageous, along with training in Food Hygiene or IOSH
  • Driven to make a meaningful impact, bringing energy, commitment, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement

Nice to have

Background in chilled foods, FMCG, or broader food manufacturing is advantageous, along with training in Food Hygiene or IOSH

What we offer

  • Company share save scheme
  • Pension up to 8% matched
  • Life insurance up to 4x salary
  • Holidays
  • Greencore Qualifications
  • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
  • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
  • Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies

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