At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: 30th August 2026

Interview process: On-Site interview

Working pattern: You will be on a specific shift pattern, creating great opportunities to collaborate, strengthen team connections and build high‑impact working relationships face to face.

The Recipe (About the Role)

A visible, present on the factory floor (for 80% of the time) with the team, leader whose role is to support the shift manager (and deputise for the shift manager) to manage the safe production process from incoming material to finished goods through brilliant factory floor team leadership ensuring the safety, quality, productivity, cost, delivery & engagement for the key performance indicators are achieved.

Ensure compliance with legal, food safety, health, environmental, and people policies.
Monitor KPI targets and results for the team.
Provide direct line management for the allocated team, excluding grievance or disciplinary meetings.
Guide the team to meet objectives through coaching and operational standards adherence.
Oversee training and development to maintain necessary skills and coverage.
Effectively deploy resources and skills to achieve results.
Manage the daily Management Operating System (MOS).
Support improvement projects using collaborative tools and processes, fostering continuous improvement.
Refer to the Team Leader RACI document for detailed roles and responsibilities.

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Know How

Some Team Management experience in a FMCG environment or similar
Working knowledge of Business Improvement tools and techniques
IOSH managing safety or willing to work towards
Manual Handling
Health and Safety Awareness
Alignment to Weetabix values
Are always curious to finding new ways to do business!
Have the ability to demonstrate how you keep up to date in your field of expertise

Desirable Skills

Working knowledge of D365
Level 3 Food Safety and HACCP

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive Salary & Annual Flexible benefits & Shift Allowance

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

Annual bonus %
Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
Healthcare plan
Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

Continued investment in your personal development
Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
Working Parents Support Group
Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page https://weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/careers/

Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support.

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