Job Description

Line Leader - Food Production (Days)

4 on 4 off Shift Pattern,

05:30

- 17:30

38.5hrs average per week

Cranswick Country Foods Riverside, William Wright Dock, Hull, HU1 2ET

Cranswick is a leading UK food producer with revenue of over 2 Billion. We produce and supply premium food to high profile UK grocery retailers, the food service sector and other UK and global customers.

We are currently seeking x2 Line Leaders to work in the Riverside factory on the production lines.

Main Duties Include (but not limited to):

To be responsible for the attainment of production targets as directed by the Shift Manager / Retail Manager Maximise efficiencies of all available resource and ensuring BAT at all times, or if this is not possible, reported to the relevant person in a timely manner Pre-operational startup checks; including controlled documents, equipment check sheets, fabrication sheets, hygiene standards and line labour management Liaise with the Delford Operatives and QA's to ensure all WIP documentation and operational checks are completed to the required standard Act as a product specific expert where appropriate, working with other departments and disciplines in a manner to share and train own knowledge Understand hourly performance vs target, identify issues and deliver actions to ensure that performance targets are achieved Comprehension of position vs plan and be looking ahead to ensure that correct people, equipment and materials are available for the plan to be delivered Train and support operators to achieve correct quality standards Ensure accurate recording of yield, labour, efficiencies, waste and other key metrics

What We Look For:

Experience in a similar role: Factory Team Leader, Supervisor Previous experience of fast moving consumer goods manufacturing (preferably food related) Proven track record of leading a team Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment to meet daily targets Problem solving skills Excellent communication skills

What We Offer:

Job stability at a growing and expanding company Commitment to progression and personal development through department specific training matrix 20 days annual leave with option to purchase additional 5 days Purchase company shares via discounted share scheme Company pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution Access to retail discount app, bike to work scheme, health and wellbeing platform

A full job description is available upon request.

Please apply on Indeed or submit your CV & Cover Letter to: CCF.Careers@Cranswick.co.uk

Closing Date: 28th November 2025

Please note that if suitable candidates are found, this closing date may be brought forward.

If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying and confirm this when submitting your application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.69 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 38.5 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee stock purchase plan Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kingston upon Hull HU1 2ET: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Team Leader/Supervisor: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person