Shif Team Leader

Willand

Full-time | Site-based

4 days per week, 05:00-15:15

Competitive Salary

We're looking for a proactive, reliable, and hands-on Whole Bird Line Section Leader to join our production team at 2 Sisters Willand. You'll be the first point of leadership on the shop floor, overseeing around 60 team members across four whole bird lines.

This is a critical role in ensuring smooth daily operations - from planning and staffing, to maintaining food safety standards, hygiene compliance and continuous improvement.

The Role

This is a fast-paced, frontline leadership role where you'll manage people, processes and performance across a high-volume chilled production environment.

That means:

Ensuring staff are in place and lines are ready by 5am

Implementing daily production plans and managing line resources

Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and GMP

Supporting audits and acting as a key contact during visits

Managing KPIs, waste control and continuous improvement initiatives

What we're looking for

You don't need experience - just the right attitude and approach. We're looking for someone who:

Is fluent in written and spoken English (essential for documentation and communication)

Has strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Is a confident communicator, able to build trust and lead a large team

Can work proactively and stay calm under pressure

Is flexible and reliable - happy to cover shifts or step in when needed

Is comfortable working in a fast-paced chilled production environment

No prior experience required - full training and qualifications provided!

What's in it for you

A clear path into operational leadership within one of the UK's leading poultry producers

Full support and development - including on-the-job training and formal qualifications

A chance to work in a high-performing, structured team with real responsibility from day one

A shift pattern that offers great work-life balance (4 days per week, early finish)

What to expect from us

A straightforward, single-stage interview process onsite with the Hiring Manager

A factory tour so you can see exactly what the role involves

A friendly, driven team who value hard work, honesty, and a positive attitude

Please Note:

Candidates must be a British Citizen or have Indefinite Leave to Remain - unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Ready to take the next step into a leadership role in food production? Apply today and become a key part of the operation at 2 Sisters Willand.

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