Production Team Leader

Overview

Team Lead - Operations

Join our Team at Macphie

Macphie, a renowned family ingredient manufacturer based in Glenbervie, Aberdeenshire, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Team Lead for our Operations department. We are known for our innovative and high-quality products, including sauces, bakery ingredients, and toppings for ice creams, designed to cater to a global clientele.

About the role

Reporting to the Shift Manager, you will oversee daily operational activities and manage team performance to ensure optimal productivity. Your leadership will guide the operational workflow from raw material management to production execution, while adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Your responsibilities will include mentoring team members, optimising processes for efficiency, and implementing continuous improvement measures. You will ensure that operational targets are met while fostering a positive workplace culture that emphasises teamwork and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Management
• Lead, inspire, and mentor team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge of processes.
• Carry out cleaning schedules in the production and packaging area, ensuring a very high standard is met, in addition to emphasising the factory's "clean as you go" policy, and remaining audit-ready.
• Foster a collaborative and motivating environment that encourages teamwork.

• Operational Excellence
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Implement and enhance processes for maximised efficiency and minimal waste.
• Monitor operational KPIs and drive improvements to meet targets.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to facilitate smooth operations and resolve issues.

• Quality & Safety Standards
• Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations across the operations.
• Conduct regular quality checks and maintain a culture of continuous improvement.
• Promote and uphold the company's commitment to quality assurance throughout the operational chain.

• Additional Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the Shift Manager on strategic planning and process improvements.
• Handle any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Shift Manager.

Experience &

Qualifications:

• FMCG experience preferred
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Past experience working in a busy production/delivery environment is an added advantage.
• Strong communication and listening skills - both in written and verbal formats
• Confident in use of computerised systems

Skills:

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Employ a flexible business partnering approach at all levels including senior management
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines whilst achieving targets
• Energetic with a sense of urgency
• A team player, able to motivate team and others
• Strong team player who adopts continuous improvement approach.
• Promotes safe working practices.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of health & safety standard and compliance

Indulge in the Sweet Perks of Joining Macphie!

At Macphie, we believe in crafting not only delightful culinary experiences but also providing our team with a recipe for success in their professional lives. Here is a taste of how we'll look after you as part of our Sweet Success:

• Annual Leave:
  Generous entitlement of 23 days, plus 9 public holidays, totaling 32 days.
• Profit-Related Pay (PRP):
  Conditional PRP aligned with company performance.
• Pension Perks:
  Pension enrolment with 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution.
• Health and Wellness:
  Employee Assistance Program, 24/7 GP line, cycle-to-work scheme, Leisure Subsidy Scheme and free fruit offerings.
• Eco-Friendly Commute:
  Electric car charging stations and free parking.
• Lifelong Learning:
  Company further education scheme for growth.
• Family First:
  Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Exclusive
  
  Employee Benefits:
  
  Education bursary via employee trust and Funeral Concierge service.
• Beyond Probation:
  After probation, access to private medical insurance, Westfield Health, permanent health insurance, and 3x death in service life assurance.

To see all of the Macphie employee benefits please note this information is available internally.

And now, let us talk about what we need from you:

Like every employer, legally, we require to check and confirm that you have the right to work in the UK. If we offer you a job and you accept, there are some checks to complete before you can start. In addition to the above, we will also collect satisfactory employment references.

Additional Information

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We are not seeking assistance from recruitment agencies for this position. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered.

Closing Date for Applications:
Sunday 8th March 2026