Production Team Leader
£30,128 - £31,031, Burgess Hill, 8am-4pm (30‑minute unpaid break), Permanent, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Private Health Care (Vitality), Cycle to Work Scheme, MacBook, Office Dogs
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Team Leader to join a well‑established and growing clothing print business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take responsibility for leading the production team and optimising end‑to‑end production processes across multiple print disciplines.
The Production Team Leader will play a key role in ensuring production targets are met efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards, while fostering a positive, engaged, and collaborative team environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the production team to deliver high‑quality products efficiently
Overseeing daily workflow across all production areas, including screen printing, embroidery, and vinyl processes
Monitoring production schedules and ensuring deadlines are consistently met
Conducting regular one‑to‑one meetings, providing feedback and performance support
Organising and leading team meetings to communicate objectives and updates
Supporting onboarding and training of new team members
Carrying out quality checks and addressing production issues promptly
Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times
Acting as a key point of communication between production and senior management
Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and efficiency gains
Requirements
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills with a proactive and solution‑focused approach. Experience within a production or manufacturing environment is desirable, ideally within clothing print or a similar sector. You will be highly organised, quality‑driven, and confident managing people in a fast‑paced environment. Strong communication skills and a hands‑on leadership style are essential, along with a genuine commitment to health, safety, and continuous improvement.
This role could suit someone who has worked as a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Team Leader, or Print Production Manager.
Company Information
The business operates within the clothing print sector and is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. With a collaborative culture and a strong focus on employee engagement, the company continues to invest in its people, processes, and facilities to support long‑term growth and success.
Package
Starting salary of £30,128 - £31,031 with salary bandings relating to performance and knowledge up to £34,238 as you progress in the role
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private Health Care (Vitality)
Cycle to Work Scheme
MacBook provided
Dog‑friendly office environment
Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm
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