Area Manager / Line Leader
Added 19 Oct · still live
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
Only if it's SOC 1121
Ineligible
Going rate
Occupation not currently eligible
This role may qualify, but only under another code
Our best guess, SOC 8160, is not on the eligible-occupation list. The job could also be SOC 1121, which is on it, so we rate it Possible at most. Ask The HEINEKEN Company what the duties are.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Ineligible 8160 (Production, factory and assembly supervisors) · 55% match
- Possible 1121 (Production managers and directors in manufacturing) · 40% match
About the role
Area Manager / Line Leader (Packaging)
Salary: Circa £58,500 depending on experience, plus bonus and full benefits listed below.
Function: Supply Chain - Production
Location: Tadcaster
Contract: Permanent
Latest Closing date: 2nd November 2026. Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so don’t delay!
What’s the role?
The Line Leader is responsible for managing and developing the autonomous line team, guiding and driving high performance, and being accountable for all results and activities of your line and process. You’ll ensure the safety agenda is executed, quality is maintained, and efficiency and costs are managed according to budget.
As Line Leader, you’ll use the TPM toolbox and methodology to ensure line improvement plans are in place, losses are addressed, and continuous improvement is embedded.
You’ll lead end-to-end packaging operations, ensuring equipment and facilities operate efficiently, safely, and within budget. Drive the safety agenda, maintain high standards of cleanliness and compliance, monitor KPIs, and support the ongoing development of team leaders and operators through effective use of HR development tools.
Some Of Your Key Responsibilities Include
Salary: Circa £58,500 depending on experience, plus bonus and full benefits listed below.
Function: Supply Chain - Production
Location: Tadcaster
Contract: Permanent
Latest Closing date: 2nd November 2026. Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so don’t delay!
What’s the role?
The Line Leader is responsible for managing and developing the autonomous line team, guiding and driving high performance, and being accountable for all results and activities of your line and process. You’ll ensure the safety agenda is executed, quality is maintained, and efficiency and costs are managed according to budget.
As Line Leader, you’ll use the TPM toolbox and methodology to ensure line improvement plans are in place, losses are addressed, and continuous improvement is embedded.
You’ll lead end-to-end packaging operations, ensuring equipment and facilities operate efficiently, safely, and within budget. Drive the safety agenda, maintain high standards of cleanliness and compliance, monitor KPIs, and support the ongoing development of team leaders and operators through effective use of HR development tools.
Some Of Your Key Responsibilities Include
- Implement, monitor, and report Heineken Safety and Food Safety standards, behaviours, and procedures. Ensure these are applied across packaging operations, including outsourced activities.
- Ensure compliance with HEINEKEN and local safety standards and procedures. Lead risk assessments, BBS execution, and safety investigations.
- Maintain all quality indicators, implement APM step 5, process compliance audits, Hiquest follow-up, and proactively address quality risks.
- Develop and train team leaders and operators on packaging quality control. Initiate improvement teams, RCFAs, and support NPI management.
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We’re looking for a self-motivated, positive leader ready to engage and support a team of experienced colleagues. You’ll develop skills, behaviours, and capabilities within the team to drive excellent results. You will also have:
- Previous experience on high-speed packaging lines
- People management experience
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on health and safety
- Experience using continuous improvement tools and systems in production
- Natural problem-solving skills
As part of the team, along with your salary you’ll also receive;
- Annual bonus
- Company funded Private Medical Healthcare
- double matched pension (up to 10%)
- 35 days holiday
- A monthly case of our delicious ciders and beers!
- Comprehensive Opportunities to develop.
The Application
If you like what you’ve read and want to explore this opportunity further, please apply as soon as possible. We may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so don’t delay!
If you need any adjustments made to support your application, for example if you require information in different formats, or if you have any accessibility issues, then we’re more than happy to review our processes – please feel free to get in touch with us as [email protected].
In all likelihood the ideal candidate for this role won’t meet every single requirement in this advert, in fact we all need the opportunity to grow and develop in role. We understand some applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they feel they meet every single qualification.
The team at HEINEKEN would encourage you to submit an application if the advert has piqued your interest rather than ruling yourself out based on any self-limiting beliefs. You never know, you may be exactly what we’re looking for!
Who We Are
We’ve 150 years of brewing history and are proud of this legacy. Yet we’re sure our best days are ahead of us. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play as we dream big, set bold ambitions and push the boundaries. We support colleagues on this journey with development opportunities and unique experiences to help them reach their full potential.
Apply today to discover Your Future, Untapped.
The team at HEINEKEN would encourage you to submit an application if the advert has piqued your interest rather than ruling yourself out based on any self-limiting beliefs. You never know, you may be exactly what we’re looking for!
Who We Are
We’ve 150 years of brewing history and are proud of this legacy. Yet we’re sure our best days are ahead of us. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play as we dream big, set bold ambitions and push the boundaries. We support colleagues on this journey with development opportunities and unique experiences to help them reach their full potential.
Apply today to discover Your Future, Untapped.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Production, factory and assembly supervisors (SOC 8160) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~24k in sampleSOC 8160
- Middle half £29,796–41,444
- Median £34,684
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