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Packhouse line leader

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: SP11, Saint Mary Bourne, Hampshire

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Packhouse Line Leader – Fresh Produce

We are currently recruiting for a Packhouse Line Leader to join a fresh produce packhouse operation. This role is responsible for leading a packing line to ensure production targets, quality standards, and food safety requirements are met on a daily basis.

This is a hands-on, operational role within a fast-paced environment, working closely with packers, other Line Leaders, and Supervisors.

Main Duties – Operational

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    Supervise and lead a team of packers, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.

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    Ensure the packing line operates efficiently to meet daily production targets and KPIs, including packs per minute per operator and overall line performance.

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    Monitor individual and line performance, reporting underperforming packers to the Packhouse Supervisor.

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    Manage the flow of fruit and materials on the line to prevent bottlenecks, communicating promptly with the Supervisor regarding any delays.

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    Identify and respond to operational issues, including equipment malfunctions or staffing shortages.

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    Oversee the grading, sorting, and packing of fruit to ensure quality standards are consistently met.

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    Ensure accurate labelling, packaging, and compliance with customer and retailer specifications.

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    Identify quality concerns and work closely with the Packhouse Supervisor to resolve issues.

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    Collaborate with other Line Leaders and Supervisors, following standardised changeover procedures to minimise downtime.

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    Accurately record daily line staff wages using Harvest Manager.

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    Use Pack Star accurately for pallet building and production recording.

Personal Attributes & Working Conditions

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    Proven ability to motivate and manage a team in a production or warehouse environment.

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    Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve operational issues such as equipment breakdowns or staffing challenges.

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    Physically fit, with the ability to lift and carry loads of up to 20kg and stand for long periods.

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    Comfortable working in a cold, humid, and noisy packhouse environment.

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    Flexible with working hours, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and peak seasonal shifts.

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    Able to work effectively with packers, Line Leaders, pump truck operators, and Supervisors.

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    Familiarity with packing line equipment and processes.

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    Knowledge of food safety and quality control standards.

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    Basic computer skills for record-keeping and reporting.

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    Basic spoken English language skills required.

What’s On Offer

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    Competitive pay, depending on experience

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    Stable role within a fresh produce packhouse

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    Opportunity for progression within operations or supervision

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    Training and ongoing support provided

How to Apply

This role will begin with a confidential discussion to review experience and suitability. Please send your CV or interst here or by email

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