Biscuit International UK Limited
Product Team Lead
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Nightshift Product Team Lead
Location: Gateshead Team Valley, UK
Reports to: Shift Manager
Direct Reports: Mixer, Pre-mix Operative, Production Operator
Biscuit International UK is the leading specialist supplier of own-label gluten-free biscuits and cookies in the United Kingdom. Located in Gateshead, our production facility operates three lines, with an annual output exceeding 4,300 tonnes annually in plain, chocolate, and sandwich biscuit formats. We are part of Biscuit International, Europe’s leading private label biscuit and bread substitute manufacturer, with a rich heritage of over 400 years of expertise in delivering excellent taste at great value.
About the Role
We’re seeking a Nightshift Product Team Lead to join our Production team in Gateshead and lead mixing, baking, and processing operations to deliver safe, high-quality products to our customers.
Reporting to the Shift Manager, this role is responsible for supervising production teams, driving efficiency and waste reduction, and ensuring full compliance with food safety, allergen control, quality, and health & safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise production teams across mixing, baking, and processing
- Ensure products are delivered right-first-time to customer specification
- Set up, adjust, and operate moulding lines and processing equipment
- Provide cover for Pack Team Lead and Shift Manager when required
- Plan and deliver training and competency verification with support from Training
- Conduct GMP audits and risk assessments in own area
- Ensure strict compliance with allergen control, traceability, and stock rotation
- Maintain accurate batch control and ingredient usage records
- Deliver full compliance against production KPIs
- Ensure all process control documentation is completed accurately and on time
- Drive continuous improvement, efficiency, and waste reduction
- Uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene
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Skills & Experience
- Experience working in food manufacturing
- Proven experience leading teams in a production environment
- Strong understanding of mixing, baking, and processing equipment
- Excellent numeracy, communication, and organisational skills
- Ability to plan, prioritise, and deliver against production targets
- Level 2 Food Safety essential (provided by the business)
- Level 2 Health & Safety and Manual Handling desirable
- Leadership or team-building qualification desirable
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Why Join Us?
At Biscuit International UK, our Product Team Leads play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality products every day. This role offers strong leadership responsibility, technical variety, and the opportunity to develop your career within a leading European food manufacturing business.
Our Commitment
In our hiring practices, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and ideas, driving innovation and success. We adhere to fair hiring practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of their background.
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