Team Leader

Team Leader Opportunities

Kinnerton Confectionery, Fakenham NR21 8AF 

Upcoming start dates: 30/07/25; 06/08/2025; 13/08/2025; 20/08/2025; 27/08/2025

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join Kinnerton as Team Leaders in our production team. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with experience in a team leader or supervisory role to join our fast-paced, food manufacturing environment.

Position type: Full time, permanent

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off – Days or Nights available 

Pay range: £13.09 - £16.20 per hour (£27,397.37 - £33,906.60 annually). Your starting pay grade is allocated depending on skillset. 

4 on 4 off days: covers 7 days a week, 4 days on and 4 days off, 6am-6pm:

• Grade 3 £13.09 per hour 
• Grade 4 £13.39 per hour
• Grade 5 £13.79 per hour
• Grade 6 £14.38 per hour

4 on 4 off nights: covers 7 nights a week, 4 nights on and 4 nights off, 6pm -6am:

• Grade 3 £14.30 per hour
• Grade 4 £14.73 per hour
• Grade 5 £15.32 per hour
• Grade 6 £16.20 per hour

• Lead and supervise the packing line to meet production targets, quality standards, and safety protocols, reporting to a Shift Manager.
• Coordinate and train team members, resolve operational issues, and ensure compliance with food safety and GMP standards.
• Monitor and report on production metrics, drive continuous improvement, and support cross-functional collaboration.
• Maintain a strong focus on health & safety, quality, and team development.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in food manufacturing or a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on quality and safety.
• Ability to motivate a team of production staff. 

• 20 days of annual leave, increasing to 23.5 days with service. 
• Pension & Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.  
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare.
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria).
• Annual engagement calendar, chairty and volunteering opportunities. 
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’.
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards.
• Training and Development Opportunities.

Kinnerton is a leading UK confectionery manufacturer known for pioneering character chocolate and producing millions of seasonal treats each year.

Kinnerton is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Interview Process

• A call with our Recruitment team. 
• A 1-hour on-site interview with the Shift Manager.
  • Includes a formal interview with structured questions.
  • A factory tour to give you a real sense of the environment.
• Parking is available on-site.
• PPE and safety shoes will be provided. Please note: no jewellery, piercings, nail varnish, false nails, or false eyelashes are permitted during the tour.
• We are a nut-free site.

Following your interview, we’ll contact you with feedback. If successful and you accept the offer, you’ll be invited to join the next available Wednesday induction session.