Location : DS Smith, Blunham Function: Operations / Production Shift: Pitman Shift (12 hour shifts covering 24/7 2-2-3 rotation) Salary: £49,592 About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Conversion Team Leader to join our team here at Blunham, at a time of growth and expansion within our Conversion area. Conversion is a critical part of our manufacturing process, where corrugated board is transformed into finished, customer-ready packaging. This includes activities such as cutting, printing, folding, gluing, and finishing products to exact customer specifications. As a Conversion Team Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring this process runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role is ideal for an experienced production team member or current Team Leader who is looking to take the next step in their leadership journey. You will have hands-on involvement in production while also being responsible for leading, coaching, and developing a growing team of operators and assistants. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and support a team within the Conversion production area Be hands-on with day-to-day machine operations, setting the standard for safe and effective working Allocate labour and resources to meet production plans, output targets, and customer requirements Coach, train, and develop operators and assistants to build capability, flexibility, and engagement Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, Quality, Housekeeping, and Environmental standards Monitor performance, identify issues, and support corrective actions to maintain flow and efficiency Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including waste reduction, efficiency improvements, and best practice Communicate effectively with Shift Managers, Engineering, and Support Functions to resolve operational challenges Support new starters and skill development as the Conversion team continues to expand What Were Looking For Proven Team Leader or supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment Strong understanding of Health & Safety and quality standards Ability to lead by example with a hands-on, practical approach Positive, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset Strong teamwork and collaboration skills Desire to develop others and build a high-performing team Willingness to learn and grow within a leadership role Why Apply? Opportunity to step into or further develop a leadership role within a global, market-leading organisation Be part of an expanding Conversion operation with real career progression opportunities Gain valuable experience in people leadership, production management, and continuous improvement Work in a supportive environment where safety, development, and improvement are key priorities What we can offer you: Competitive salary Qualifying Sick Pay scheme Pension scheme & Life insurance Share Save scheme Income Protection 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP, Occupational Health & free Flu vaccine Cycle to Work and shopping discounts