Job Summary
We are seeking an Operations Team Lead to join our team. This role will take a hands-on approach to leading production teams, supporting team development, enhancing efficiency, and driving a culture of continuous improvement on the factory floor.
* Lead and motivate production team members across shifts to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.
* Support the Production Manager in delivering key performance indicators (KPIs).
* Identify and implement process improvements.
* Work collaboratively to develop team capability through coaching, training, and performance support.
* Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
* Champion food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards.
* Act as a point of contact for resolving day-to-day staff issues, escalating where appropriate.
* Participate in people-related processes.
* Contribute to production planning, audits, and cross-functional meetings.
* Monitor productivity and propose initiatives to improve staff engagement and shift performance.
Requirements:
* Experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
* Proven ability to lead and engage frontline teams.
* Strong understanding of production processes and factory operations.
* Track record of identifying and implementing process improvements.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Commitment to food safety and quality standards.