BRAND NEW OPPORTUNITY - IMMEDIATE STARTS AVAILABLE!

TEMP-TO-PERM POSITION WITH EXCELLENT CAREER PROGRESSION!

Our client, a leading food production facility based in Ledbury, is looking for a reliable and motivated Freezer Team Leader to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing, full-time work with the potential to gain a permanent contract following a successful trial period.

Duties Include:

• Lead, support and coordinate employees working within the freezer, yard and forklift operation.
• Allocate workloads and resources to meet operational priorities.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching and support to team members.
• Monitor productivity, safety, quality standards and attendance.
• Assist with training, induction and development of new and existing employees.
• Escalate performance, conduct, attendance or training concerns to management.
• Deputise for operational duties across freezer and forklift activities when required.
• Coordinate freezer, yard and forklift operations to ensure products are stored, moved and supplied safely and efficiently.
• Ensure production supply, stock transfers, loading and unloading activities are completed in line with company procedures.
• Maintain stock accuracy, traceability and product integrity standards.
• Monitor compliance with food safety, allergen control and quality requirements.
• Liaise with Production, Planning, Technical and Management teams to ensure smooth operational flow.
• Address operational issues and escalate concerns relating to safety, stock integrity, quality or equipment failures.

Essential

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
• Previous experience operating a counterbalance forklift within a busy warehouse, freezer, manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Experience supporting, coordinating or leading colleagues within a team environment.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience completing stock control documentation, traceability records and operational paperwork accurately.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements within warehouse, freezer or manufacturing operations.
• Understanding of food safety, quality and hygiene standards.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to complete additional company training.

Shift & Pay:

• £14.25 Per Hour

Rotating weekly shifts:

• Monday to Friday - 06:00 to 14:00
• Monday to Friday - 14:00 to 22:30

What's On Offer:

• Temp-to-perm opportunity with a well-established employer.
• Full-time, ongoing work with consistent hours.
• No weekend working - enjoy your weekends free.
• Friendly, supportive team environment.
• Full training provided - no previous experience required.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and development.

Benefits of Working for The Best Connection:

• 28 days' annual leave (pro rata for PAYE).
• Weekly pay with online payslips.
• Ongoing assignments with regular hours.
• Access to Perks at Work - exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more.
• Pension contributions (where applicable).
• Dedicated support from your local The Best Connection team throughout your assignment.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.