We are looking for a passionate manufacturing leader to support increasing volumes and the launch of a new production line at our Portadown site, where we produce branded retail natural cheese and snacking products (Coleraine, Low-Low, Charleville, Strings & Things and Attack-A-Snak). This is a full‑time, permanent role, working Monday to Thursday from 14.30 to 01.00. As a Production Team Leader, you will play a key role in championing safety and quality, creating a positive and well‑organised working environment. You will lead approximately 20 operators, with a strong focus on engagement, clear communication, continuous improvement, and maintaining high standards in a collaborative manufacturing setting.

Key responsibilities

 

Lead and support a team of up to 20 operators on a fast‑paced production line, ensuring clear communication, structure, and day‑to‑day guidance across the shift.

Lead Health & Safety across the shift, setting clear expectations, ensuring procedures are followed, and promoting safe behaviours to create a secure and supportive working environment.

Ensure the production of safe, high‑quality products, maintaining standards, compliance, and consistency that customers can trust.

Drive operational performance, monitoring results and delivering against key KPIs including ATP, OEE, PPM, and waste reduction.

Inspire, coach, and develop team members, encouraging engagement, ownership, and continuous improvement in a positive and respectful work environment.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing environment; food manufacturing experience is an advantage.

Motivated people leader, with a genuine interest in coaching and developing others.

Collaborative team player with strong communication skills.

Continuous improvement mindset, focused on delivering operational results.

Lean manufacturing knowledge is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme.

Career growth and leadership development opportunities within Kinisla.

A culture built on safety, teamwork, and recognition, where people are supported to succeed.

Join Kinisla, a growing and ambitious dairy business, with ongoing investment in site expansion and production capability, offering a dynamic and forward‑looking working environment.