Line Leader

Job Description

The Recruitment Co are looking for line leaders, or those with potential to learn, to join a busy flower factory in the Holbeach area of Spalding.This is a temporary to permanent position with a one-week trial and a further 11 weeks working for us, at the end of week 12 you will be given a direct contract.You will be required to work in a fast-paced environment leading a team of production operatives, completing the paperwork recording all stock used and produced. You will be responsible for the efficient running of the line and expected to meet targets andraising any potential issues.Responsibilities and Skills

• Ensuring enough raw material are available in advance of Production.
• Monitoring the production of all types of bouquets and plants to ensure the specifications required by the Customer are achieved consistently.
• Communication with the Shift Leader/Managers on the efficient operation of the production line.
• Coaching the production employees: motivating, supporting, instructing as required.
• Visual checking of the flowers, packaging and finished products on the production line to ensure they meet customer specification.
• Noticing quality deviations and discuss this with the Shift Leader/Production/Quality Managers.
• Competent with Administration, specification, work sheets and line checks are done.
• Ensuring regular production checks are made on Labels/Sleeves and Specifications.
• Comply with the Company rules and regulations as detailed within the Company Handbook
• Ensure effective product handling to prevent damage throughout the production process.
• Inform Shift Leader of any maintenance problems.
• Ensure the production areas are organised and housekeeping standards are maintained as per the Company policy.
• Be expected where possible to cover extra shifts.
• Entering and recording production information and orders in the current computer system, completing, and filing applicable paperwork correctly in a timely manner.
• Helping to ensure the finished product meets our internal standards of quality and to ensure continuous improvement of the Production areas, through production targets, change over times.
• To work hygienically and safely by following company procedures as explained at induction or within the company handbooks.
• Good housekeeping - ensure equipment and machinery has been pre checked, is clean and work area tidy.
• Help others by example and challenge mess clean as you go.
• Make sure foliage/waste on the floor is kept to a minimum and that spillages are cleaned.
• Ensure they work in a clean and safe manner.
• Any other tasks required by the Shift Leader/Production Manager, in line with the level of scope of the position.
• Undertaking extra tasks and working closely with Production Shift Leader and the team.

Knowledge:

• Horticultural Knowledge ideal, but not essential.
• Company procedures and work methods.
• Level English: Good.
• Policies as detailed within the Colleague handbook.
• Customer specifications and requirements.
• Quality requirements of the company.

Other:

• The business needs of the Company vary on an ongoing basis, and overtime may be required at short notice

• Our busy/peak periods will require substantial overtime including extra working days.
• To undertake other tasks as required from time to time as assigned by Shift Leader/Production Manager.
• Lead by Example and challenge everything that is not correct and improve on it.

Shift as a Line Leader:This is a full-time position on dayshift, there are two shifts available: Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday to Thursday.Morning shift: 8am - 16:30pm**Please note that start & finish times can change, and this is to be advised by your Manager.Pay rate as a Line Leader:£11.70 per hour and £14.62 per hour overtime after 42.50 hrs per week.Benefits:

• One day of the weekend off
• Friendly management team that always offers training and support
• Temp to Perm

If this sounds like your perfect opportunity, please submit your CV to apply.The Recruitment Co is advertising this position as an employment business and are an equal opportunities employer.CPSpaldingThe Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and were committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.