Job Title: Production Team Leader
Location: Bognor Regis
About the Role
We are looking for a hands-on Production Team Leader with a strong engineering background to drive operational excellence in manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication. Your main focus will be process improvement, technical problem-solving, and efficiency, with people management as a supporting role.
If you love turning engineering insight into practical solutions on the shop floor and want to make a real impact, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
* Lead and optimize manufacturing processes, assembly, and fabrication workflows.
* Implement and sustain Flow Cells, tooling setups, SOPs, and visual management.
* Drive lean manufacturing initiatives: Kaizen, 5S, SMED, TPM, and continuous improvement.
* Analyze production metrics to identify bottlenecks and implement engineering-based solutions.
* Support new product introductions and engineering changes.
* Oversee inventory control using Kanban and Pull systems.
* Coach a small team to follow technical processes and maintain operational standards.
What We’re Looking For
* Degree or diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or equivalent).
* Strong knowledge of manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication.
* Experience with MRP/ERP systems (Sage preferred).
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
* Deep understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Leadership skills to support and guide a small team (secondary focus).
Why Join Us
* Make an immediate impact by applying your engineering expertise.
* Be part of a team driving process excellence and continuous improvement.
* Work in a supportive environment where innovation and practical solutions are valued.
Apply now to join a company that values technical skill, problem-solving, and results.
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