Line Leader- Packing

We have an exciting opportunity for Line Leaders to join our Packing team at Agrial Fresh Produce in Wigan, WN5 0LB.

Working hours: Any 4 out of 7 days

Pay: £13.58 per hour

Main Responsibilities 

• Set up and check equipment, carrying out equipment safety and pre-start up checks in accordance with procedure.
• Co-ordinate the allocation of tasks and monitor the team assigned to assembly line to maintain efficiency, targets and high standards.
• Monitor, assess and record production performance data to ensure operating to optimum efficiency.  Identify and implement corrective actions.  Report on performance escalating any issues to management and reporting back to the team.
• Check that all CCP checks, Process Control and all other production paperwork has been completed accurately, in accordance with procedure and within specified time frames, countersigning to verify correct.
• Operate and monitor production machinery, ensuring safe working practices are followed at all times.  Report faults, breakdowns or issues immediately using the Company’s Engineering reporting system.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and packaging.  Identify potential improvement opportunities and assist with the implementation of such improvements with guidance from management.
• Co-ordinate and maintain production end of run/changeovers by removing waste, cleaning equipment and floor in accordance with walk away standards and procedures.  Maintain a clean and safe (clean as you go) area of work at all times.
• Assist with the training and monitoring of new and existing employee’s in adherence to the Company’s training procedures.

Skills and Experience Required 

• To have basic written and spoken understanding of English.
• Ability to understand and undertake Food Safety Qualification.
• Have a flexible approach to work and hours with the ability to undertake duties in any of the production areas on site.
• Ability to understand and adhere to Health and Safety requirements.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to positively influence others.
• Demonstrate tasks and accountabilities competently at all times, including visits and audits by external parties.
• Effectively comply with all company policies, procedures and standards.

What You Will Get In Return  

An hourly salary of £13.58, inclusion in our annual bonus scheme and a range of employee benefits you’d expect from a market leading business, including:

• Life Assurance: 3x your basic salary paid to your nominated beneficiary.
• Employee Assistance Programme and BUPA: Providing a Remote GP service along with a 24/7 helpline for financial, legal, medical and life issues, as well as access to BUPA Membership.
• Annual leave entitlement: 28 days annual leave per annum inclusive of UK Bank Holidays which increases with service, as well as the option to purchase up to 2 additional working weeks of holiday per annum.
• Learning and Development: Personalised induction and regular learning and development courses and schemes: From L2 to L7 Funded Apprenticeships, Leadership Development Programme, First-Aid and MHFA Training, and many more!
• Benefits Platforms: Employee discount platform for multiple retailers and access to salary finance schemes for bicycles, gyms, and financial assistance.
• Other: Recognition awards, Regular Employee Engagement days, attendance incentives, an annual volunteering day, as well as access to a free physio and our on-site Occupational health nurse.

About Us 

Agrial Fresh Produce is one of three UK food manufacturing sites within Agrial Fresh Produce Ltd, which is an autonomous part of the larger 17,500 employee strong French co-operative group, Agrial. 

Our Wigan site is a well-established business unit that processes and distributes pre-packed, ready to eat, fresh salad bags and bowls to some of the UK's well-known retailers and restaurants. We are based on Martland Park Industrial Estate, which is ideal for travel on the M61, M6 and M62. The business has other operations in the UK, known commonly with our recognisable Florette salad brand and we are one of the UK’s leading producers in the industry. In total, we sell on average around 600,000kg of products every week - an unbe-leaf-able amount!

Agrial has operations across 11 countries, with 100 industrial sites, and a 2024 turnover of €7.1bn across 5 food divisions which comprise of Beverage, Dairy, Meat, Fresh Produce & Agricultural operations; it’s not just about lettuce! As well as 2 factories we also have a farming operation – Agrial Fresh Farms. All UK sites operate under the name of Agrial Fresh Produce Limited and fall under Agrial's vegetable division. We have a recipe for success through our EPIC values and working together as one team. 

Next Steps 

It’s an exciting time to join our business as we look for new starters to join us to innovate in everything we do! We’re looking for positive and driven people to join our professional team. If you have the skills or experience we are looking for, and want a fresh challenge we would love for you to join us on our journey!  

Please apply directly or alternatively contact the HR team for a totally confidential and informal discussion. 

Agrial Fresh Produce reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
 
VISA Sponsorship: This role is only open to applicants who have the permanent right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship, either now or in the future. Applicants must be able to demonstrate their ongoing eligibility to work in the UK without the need for employer sponsorship.

Agrial Fresh Produce Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer. In addition, as part of Responsible Recruitment, Agrial Fresh Produce Ltd believes in the Employer Pay Principle. No worker should pay for a job – the costs of recruitment should be borne not by the worker but by the employer. 

We are committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of all of our staff. That’s why we’ve taken the Mental Health at Work Commitment and are currently delivering a programme of activities to ensure that everyone can have open and honest conversations about their wellbeing in the workplace and feel supported. We encourage applications from persons with experience of poor mental health and are committed to supporting our employees to fulfil their potential and perform at their best in work.