Role: Production Area Leader Location: Crick, Northamptonshire (NN6 7TZ) Shift: Lates, 2pm - 10pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £41,513.56, plus bonus and benefits The Opportunity IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer, employing over 850 people across our 4 UK manufacturing sites.
Our family of brands include Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers, Classic Cat and a selection of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf.
Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel and Crick produce dry, wet, and baked foods which are enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world.
The Role As the Area Leader , you'll be responsible for leading and overseeing the operational team in your designated area, ensuring that the monthly production plan is not only delivered but exceeded.
You will play a crucial role in maintaining high safety standards, ensuring product quality, and driving a high-performance culture that recognises success and fosters team growth.
You'll ensure that every team member is properly trained and equipped to fulfill their duties, using data to make informed decisions and continuously seeking opportunities for improvement.
You'll also be the go-to leader for solving issues, supporting your team in creating a safe and collaborative environment where individual achievements are celebrated.
Key Accountabilities: Organizing and planning your team to ensure optimal staffing and training.
Delivering products that consistently meet our high standards of quality.
Leading with agility and addressing any challenges that arise promptly.
Fostering a collaborative, success-driven team environment.
Driving continuous improvement in processes and operational efficiency.
Utilizing KPIs and other performance data to inform decisions and drive better outcomes.
Ensuring compliance with GMP standards and safety protocols.
Collaborating with the engineering team to optimise production uptime and efficiency.
Coordinating raw material supply and ensuring smooth communication with the supply chain team and Area Manager.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications: Previous experience managing teams in a production or manufacturing environment.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop your team.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making.
Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
An understanding of safety and compliance standards (e.g., GMP).
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Offer Location: Crick, Northamptonshire Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Holidays: 33 days (including bank holidays) Benefits: Employee discount (up to 70% off our products) Subsidised staff canteen Access to High Street discounts and a Pensions Advisor Cycle to Work scheme Discounted pet food Join us in helping nourish every pet, every day.
If you think IPN Crick is the right place for you, apply today!