Team Leader - Production
Salary: £37,594 p/a (plus 15% shift premium)
Hours: 40 (rotating shifts Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm / Monday - Thursday 2pm - 12am)
Location: Dagenham, East London
Overview
We are looking for a Team leader to join our growing Automotive client, at their state of the art facility in Dagenham. The role is a first-line leadership role within Production, responsible for leading a team to deliver the production plan safely, on time, to quality and cost targets. A people-centric role with full accountability for team performance, development, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, coach and manage Production Operators and technical staff
* Own Health & Safety in your area, including risk assessments, COSHH and incident investigations
* Deliver the production plan in line with quality, cost and delivery targets
* Drive team performance, skills development, attendance and engagement
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping, 5S and audit compliance
* Use problem-solving tools (PDCA, 5W2H) to address issues and improve efficiency
* Work cross-functionally with Planning, Purchasing, Quality and Logistics
* Champion use of the ERP system (Epicor) within your team
* Monitor costs, resource usage and overtime approvals
* Report into the Production Manager and deputise when required
Key Requirements
* Proven experience leading teams in a manufacturing or production environment
* Strong people management, communication and problem-solving skills
* Solid understanding of Health & Safety and quality standards
* Comfortable working alternating shifts and managing daily priorities
* Confident using ERP systems and people management systems
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