Production Team Leader

Overview

Lead shift team to meet production targets, manage equipment, safety, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• safety compliance
• team leadership
• resource planning
• machinery setup
• troubleshooting
• machine reliability

Tasks

-Always ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies. Investigating accidents or near misses, encourage risk reporting, and uphold safety-first culture -Lead and develop a team of operatives to deliver production KPIs and maintain high standards -Collaborate with engineering, quality and planning teams to drive continuous improvement and machine reliability -Plan labour and resource allocation in line with short- and medium-term production forecasts -Monitor team performance, coach and support staff, and maintain up-to-date training records -Act as the go-to person on shift for troubleshooting issues, resolving bottlenecks and escalating where required -Oversee pre-start checks, machinery setup, and day-to-day operation

Requirements

• lean manufacturing
• computer literacy
• iosh
• sap
• problem solving
• team leadership

What You Bring

-Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles is beneficial -High level of computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) -Health & Safety certifications (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely) -Hands-on experience operating or overseeing production equipment such as soldering irons, test rigs & flas test units -Excellent numeracy, literacy, and communication skills -Good knowledge of SAP ERP system (preferred) -Strong problem-solving mindset and the confidence to make decisions in a fast-moving environment -Comfortable leading by example on the shop floor and upholding standards -Proven experience leading teams in a production environment -Identify and address underperformance quickly and professionally

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Benefits

-Generous employee referral scheme -Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more) -Competitive salary -Life assurance -Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally -Competitive contributory pension scheme -Employee Assistance Programme -25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

About Abb

-A global technology leader with a rich history of innovation. -Focuses on electrification, automation, robotics, and digitalization for global industries. -Delivers solutions to improve productivity, energy efficiency, and sustainability. -A key player in sectors like utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and infrastructure. -Notable projects include electrification of rail networks, automation in factories, and energy-efficient grid solutions. -Continues to lead in integrating cutting-edge technologies, combining the digital and physical worlds.

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