Job Description

At Quintessential Brands Group, we are proud to continue the legacy of Thomas Dakin, the visionary who pioneered quality English gin in 1761. Today, our award-winning portfolio spans iconic names like Greenall's, Opihr, Thomas Dakin, The Dubliner, and Chamere, our exciting new venture in the world of RTD cocktails.

A Taste of The Job

Are you ready to lead from the front and ensure our award-winning spirits are bottled with precision, pride, and performance?


As our

Team Leader (Bottling)

, you'll be the driving force behind our high-performing production lines - keeping people safe, processes efficient, and products flowing. Based at our Warrington site, you'll work closely with our Bottling Manager and cross-functional teams to deliver daily output targets while upholding our industry-leading quality and safety standards.


This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll manage line performance, support your team, and ensure bottling runs like clockwork from the first pour to the final pallet.

Ready to raise the bar? Your Impact Will Include:

Multi-Line Leadership

- Oversee bottling line operations to ensure your team meets safety, quality, and production KPIs.

Performance Monitoring

- Track hourly and daily metrics, lead Short Interval Control (SIC) meetings, and keep the production board up to date.

Issue Resolution

- Escalate production issues early, support root cause analysis, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed.

Compliance Champion

- Ensure H&S, hygiene, and quality standards are consistently met, with accurate documentation to support them.

Resource Management

- Plan and allocate workforce efficiently, manage holiday/sickness cover, and ensure smooth shift transitions.

Team Development

- Support training and development, ensure SOP sign-offs, and complete appraisals and return-to-work processes.

Continuous Improvement

- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams to ensure the line runs smoothly and efficiently.

System Savvy

- Confidently operate NAV, the Production Database, Kronos, and Excel to keep everything on track.

A Flavour of the Business

At

Quintessential Brands

, home of

G&J Distillers

, we're proud to carry forward a legacy that began in 1761 with Thomas Dakin. From the iconic

Greenall's Gin

to innovative Ready-to-Drink offerings under

Chamere

, we produce world-class spirits that are enjoyed globally.


Our Warrington site is the beating heart of this legacy, blending tradition with modern manufacturing excellence. As we continue to invest in people, processes, and technology, this role plays a crucial part in driving our success forward.

The Perfect Serve - A Bit About You

You're a natural leader who thrives in a dynamic production environment. You care about quality, you're laser-focused on safety, and you know how to get the best out of your team. You remain calm under pressure, bringing structure, accountability, and energy to everything you do.


You'll likely bring:

Previous experience in a team leadership or supervisory role (manufacturing/FMCG preferred). Strong understanding of H&S, GMP, and quality procedures. The ability to motivate and manage a production team to hit KPIs. Good communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally. Confidence using systems such as NAV, Kronos, Production Databases, and Excel. A solution-focused mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Flexibility and resilience to adapt to changing plans and production demands.

The Essence of QB - The Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme & life assurance Product discounts and employee recognition programmes On-site parking Full training and development support, with the opportunity to grow in a global business

If you're ready to lead with purpose, keep performance flowing, and be part of a proud distilling heritage - we want to hear from you.

Apply now

and bring your leadership to life at G&J Distillers, part of the Quintessential Brands family.