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As a Production Team/Line Leader, you'll play a key role in running our chocolate manufacturing lines.\nThis is a hands-on operational role where you'll lead activity on the line, troubleshoot issues, support operators, and drive performance throughout the shift. You'll work closely with Shift Managers and other support functions to deliver production targets.\nPosition type: Full-time, permanent\nShift Pattern: 4 on 4 off days or nights available - you will only work set days or nights, no rotation\nPay range: £13.59 - £16.60 per hour (£28,634 - £34,977 per annum)\nDays (6am - 6pm)\nGrade 3: £13.59 per hour\nGrade 4: £13.99 per hour\nGrade 5: £14.49 per hour\nGrade 6: £14.99 per hour\nNights (6pm - 6am)\nGrade 3: £14.70 per hour\nGrade 4: £15.13 per hour\nGrade 5: £15.72 per hour\nGrade 6: £16.60 per hour\nResponsibilities\nHelp to coordinate the day-to-day operation of a production line to achieve safety, quality and performance targets.\nMonitor line performance and take action to minimise downtime and waste.\nSupport and coach Production/ Process/ Mixing Operatives to follow production, quality and food safety standards.\nCarry out product and process checks to ensure products meet specification.\nEnsure materials are available and production plans are delivered on time.\nDrive good housekeeping, safety and GMP standards across your area.\nQualifications\nExperience within a food manufacturing, FMCG or production environment.\nPrevious experience running a production line.\nStrong communication and problem-solving skills.\nGood literacy and numeracy skills.\nAbility to make decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nUnderstanding of quality, food safety and health & safety standards.\nIf you have team leading experience within a different, we would still be happy to hear from you if you have an interest in moving into a factory-based role.\nRewards Benefits\nCompetitive hourly rates with structured grading progression.\n20 (This has been pro-ratad to 4 on 4 off 12 hour shifts) \nPension scheme\nLife assurance\nHealthcare cash plan via Paycare - claim back up to £400 a year on dental, optical and much more\nDiscount and Wellbeing hub and 'My Pocket GP' via Paycare Perks\nCycle to Work scheme and other salary sacrifice benefits\nAbout Us\nOur Fakenham site operates across three key production areas - Novelty, Nut, and Moulding, each led by a Plant Manager and supported by dedicated Shift Managers working on a 4 on 4 off pattern across days and nights. The site is a 11,000m² facility producing over 8,500 tonnes of confectionery annually, including NOMO - the UK’s #1 free-from chocolate brand. With advanced technology and a nut-safe promise, we supply major retailers and co-manufacture for some of the world’s biggest confectionery brands. Every year, we produce over 5 million advent calendars and 30 million Easter eggs - making this a fast-paced, innovative environment where no two days are the same.\nApplication & Interview Process\nPlease apply online via our careers portal: create your account, upload your CV, and answer all requested questions. You will then be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your application and assess suitability. If you are successful after this stage, you will be invited to attend an on-site interview and factory tour with one of our experienced Shift Managers.\nKinnerton Confectionery is an equal opportunity employer. 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