Wash Line Section Managers- LN Fresh

Christianaid; Branston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent humanitarian organization is seeking a Wash Line Section Manager in Branston, England. You will lead a team in a fast-paced production environment, ensuring quality and safety standards while mentoring and developing team members. The role offers a full-time position with benefits such as a bonus scheme, private health insurance, and an enhanced pension plan.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme (up to 7.5%)

Enhanced pension contributions

Private Health Insurance

Life Assurance & critical illness cover

Onsite Parking

Free fruit & potatoes

Electric salary sacrifice car scheme

Flu vaccines

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Excel.
• Experience in fast-paced production or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pre-shift checks and resolve issues.
• Mentor new starters and conduct performance reviews.
• Own the Wash Line process and monitor performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Leadership and people management skills

Strong computer skills, including Excel

Experience in a fast‑paced production environment

Mentoring and coaching abilities

Strong communication skills

Commitment to health, safety, and GMP compliance

Job description

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Shift Pattern Information

X1 B Shift 06:30-Finish (Week 1: Thurs, Fri & Sat Week 2: Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat)

Your Role

• Shift Operations & Planning:
  • Ensure pre-shift checks are completed and escale any issues.
  • Allocate team members effectively according to production plans, including coordinating with agencies for labour replacements.
  • Communicate shift start success and any changes to Production Managers, Planning, and Technical teams.
  • Monitor and report on staff attendance, manage sickness trends, and conduct RTW interviews.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Mentor new starters and support them during probation.
  • Conduct 1:1s and performance reviews, setting clear objectives and development pathways.
  • Manage resources to ensure all staff are competently trained and meet technical standards.
  • Support HR in probationary reviews and shop floor investigations where required.
• Process Ownership & Quality:
  • Own the Wash Line process, performing visual inspections and monitoring performance data.
  • Detect and escale mechanical or program variances and liaise with Engineering to resolve issues.
  • Work with QA teams to optimise quality performance and maintain GMP compliance.
  • Ensure all staff follow safety, hygiene, and PPE requirements at all times.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement:
  • Monitor and report on shift performance, productivity, and quality metrics.
  • Take accountability for achieving targets, embedding a performance-driven culture.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and work with your team to implement best practices.

Skills & Experience

• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel.
• Experience in a fast‑paced production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Commitment to health, safety, and GMP compliance.

Benefits

• Company bonus scheme (up to 7.5%)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Private Health Insurance
• Life Assurance & critical illness cover
• Onsite Parking
• Free fruit & potatoes
• Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
• Flu vaccines
• Refer a friend scheme

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Retail

If you’re a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment and enjoys mentoring a team to success, we want to hear from you. Take accountability, inspire your team, and help us continue delivering excellence every shift at Branston.