Production Team Leader

IRCA Group is a leading international B2B provider of semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry and gelato markets, serving independent producers and large food manufacturers. Core products include chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other bakery/pastry ingredients.

Headquartered in Italy, IRCA Group has a strong track record of growth over the last decade. It has 22 manufacturing facilities worldwide, 2,400+ employees, and €1 billion in revenues.

What We Offer

IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, embracing diversity and valuing diverse perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth by providing tailor-made development programs and career advancement opportunities locally and internationally.

With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. Joining our team means becoming part of a global community of passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference.

If you are looking for

• a competitive salary
• stimulating challenges
• the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company

• IRCA is the right place.
• Please note we do not offer sponsorship. You must have full right to work in the UK.

The Role

Seeking a results-driven professional to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced production environment. The role involves ensuring efficient production, maintaining compliance with food manufacturing safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives through people management and performance optimisation.

Working a 3 shift rotation of 06:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00 and 22:00-06:00.

Key Responsibilities

• · Deliver the production plan through direct reporting teams on shifts.
• · Ensure adherence to food manufacturing safety and quality standards.
• · Implement lean manufacturing techniques within production operations.
• · Manage team performance to align­­­ with site business plans.
• · Optimise labour use to meet production program requirements and customer expectations.
• · Oversee equipment efficiency, GMP, waste control, labour costs, and materials management.
• · Create an environment where individuals can challenge the status quo, embrace change, and improve performance.
• · Develop and utilise KPIs, ensuring they are effectively communicated at all levels.
• · Collaborate with different business units to meet customer delivery requirements.

Qualifications and Skills

• Essential:
• · Experience in a relevant discipline.
• · Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• · Strong coaching and situational leadership skills.
• · Excellent values and behaviours aligned with the company’s vision.
• Desirable:
• · Qualification in Continuous Improvement.
• · Health & Safety qualification (IOSH).
• · HACCP Level 2.
• · Previous experience with SAP or Infor M3 ERP systems.
• Professional Skills:
• · Proven experience in a production engineering environment, preferably within FMCG.
• · Experience managing automated process lines.
• · Demonstrated ability to coach teams and lead change initiatives.
• · Data-driven mindset, using data to improve quality and OEE.
• · Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.