Area Leader

Fenmarc; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company based in Wisbech is seeking a hands-on leader for their Finished Goods area. In this pivotal role, you will support the Shift Leader, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a drive for continuous improvement. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £38,000 and various employee benefits, including an annual bonus and enhanced parental pay. Ready to make a real impact? Apply now!

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension (5% matched)

Life insurance & accident cover

Hotel & shopping discounts

EV charging

Buy holiday scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Sick pay & access to Dr Line

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience leading and motivating a team.
• Ability to adapt and think on your feet.
• Food industry experience is a bonus, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the Shift Leader in the Finished Goods area.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are maintained.
• Plan team duties to achieve production targets.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Qualifications like Food Safety, HACCP, IOSH

Job description

We’re looking for fantastic colleagues to help us be the best at putting convenient veg on every plate.

Our company is built on people. We’re a family, and investing in our people is fundamental to our success. We go beyond expectations to ensure we recruit, retain, reward and develop the most engaged people in the industry.

We can offer a fresh start in a great place, working in one of the most modern facilities in the area.

Purpose of the role

You’ll be the go-to person for keeping things running like clockwork in our Finished Goods area (and sometimes other areas when needed). Your mission? Support the Shift Leader by bringing visible, hands‑on leadership to the factory floor, making sure the daily production plan is delivered smoothly, efficiently, and cost‑effectively.

It’s all about teamwork, clear communication, and smart decision‑making—while never compromising on safety, quality, or technical standards. If you love being at the heart of the action and making things happen, this is the role for you!

What you’ll be doing

If you love keeping things running smoothly, leading a great team, and making sure everyone gets home safe, this role is for you.

Safety First – Because People Matter

• Safety isn’t just a rule—it’s our culture. You’ll make sure everyone works smart and stays safe.
• Spot issues before they become problems and keep risk assessments up to date.
• Be the calm in the storm during evacuations and help prevent accidents by promoting near‑miss reporting.

Operations – Keep Things Moving

• Plan your team like a pro so targets are smashed without stress.
• Keep the flow going—no bottlenecks, no downtime.
• Use data to find smarter ways of working and hit those KPIs.

Team Leadership – Be the Coach Everyone Wants

• Motivate, mentor, and grow your team with regular check‑ins and live coaching.
• Handle the admin stuff (attendance, interviews, investigations) with confidence.
• Help recruit awesome people and make onboarding a great experience.

Standards – Stay Sharp

• Keep everything audit‑ready and compliant.
• Make sure products are top quality and equipment is used safely.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience leading and motivating a team.
• Great communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to adapt and think on your feet.
• Food industry experience is a bonus (warehouse experience too), but we’ll train you!
• Qualifications like Food Safety, HACCP, IOSH? Even better!

What’s in it for you:

• A role with real responsibility and room to grow.
• Work with different teams to make things better every day.
• A competitive package including:
  • ✅ Annual bonus
  • ✅ Pension (5% matched)
  • ✅ Life insurance & accident cover
  • ✅ Hotel & shopping discounts
  • ✅ EV charging
  • ✅ Buy holiday scheme
  • ✅ Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
  • ✅ Sick pay & access to Dr Line
  • ✅ “Fenmarc Thank You’s” recognition program

Sound like your kind of challenge? Apply now and let’s make great things happen together!

4 on 4 off, 12 hour shifts 09:30 – 21:30

up to £38,000 depending on experience

Elm, Wisbech

Permanent

The people at fenmarc are amazing, we all have the same drive and know we can count on each other to get the job done.

Dagmara, Machine Minder

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To apply for this role please complete the form below. If you are have any questions please call us on 01945 861 001