Team Leader - Production/Manufacturing

Description

In this role you will Lead a team of operatives to assemble quality offsite solutions at optimum efficiency levels whilst working in a safe working environment and adhering to safe working procedures. Further responsibility of this role is to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Delegate tasks and monitor individual and team performance.
• Conduct safety checks and report hazards or incidents.
• Support quality checks and escalate any non-conformances.
• Organise and lead daily team activities on the production floor.
• Ensure production targets are met in line with shift plans.
• Enforce safe working practices and ensure PPE is worn correctly.
• Encourage suggestions for process improvements.
• Participate in improvement projects and implement changes.
• Identify skill gaps and recommend development opportunities.
• Record production data, downtime, and any issues accurately.
• Lead by example in maintaining a clean and safe work area.
• Identify and resolve minor production issues to avoid downtime.
• Coach team members on SOPs and best practices.
• Monitor workflow and adjust resources to meet demand.
• Promote a “right first time” approach across the team.
• Support onboarding and training of new operatives.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Monitor the impact of changes and provide feedback.
• Motivate team members and promote a positive working environment.
• Provide updates during shift handovers and team briefings.
• Liaise with supervisors, maintenance, and quality teams.

Requirements

• Organised, proactive, and safety-conscious.
• Good understanding of production processes and quality control.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make quick decisions.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment is essential.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Manufacturing experience

Benefits

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

• 37.5 hour contractual week, with possibility for overtime
• Health plan
• Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible Benefits and discount offer
• Pension with leading provider and employer contribution
• 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance