Production Team Lead
Defence
Role Overview
The Manufacturing Team Leader is accountable for overseeing a designated production area, coordinating people, materials, and processes to ensure daily output targets are achieved while complying with operational, quality, and safety requirements.
Direct Reports: Manufacturing Operatives
Key Accountabilities
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Oversee end-to-end production activities, from receipt of components through assembly, testing, and dispatch
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Ensure all operations within the assigned area comply with organisational procedures, quality standards, and best practice
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Provide hands-on support to the team when required, including:
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Assembling electro-mechanical products in line with IPC-A-610 requirements
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Performing automated and manual testing of assemblies
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Packaging finished goods
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Conducting self-inspection to confirm product quality
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Logging defects, errors, or non-conformances within the ERP system
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Track and deliver performance against agreed KPIs relating to output, quality, cost, and health & safety
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Promote and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, lead time reduction, cost control, quality enhancement, and waste elimination
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Deliver training and cross-skilling of team members to agreed operational standards
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Encourage positive team engagement and strong working relationships through leadership by example
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Apply non-conformance procedures to ensure defective materials are identified and returned to suppliers
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Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
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Act as deputy for the Manufacturing Manager when required
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Manage material shortages and stock discrepancies via the ERP system and liaison with stores and procurement teams
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Lead daily Tier 1 meetings, escalating relevant issues to Tier 2 forums where necessary
People Leadership
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Lead, motivate, and develop direct reports to ensure performance targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and to quality standards
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Coach team members to enhance technical capability and role effectiveness
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Deliver on-the-job training and skills development
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Conduct performance reviews and development discussions
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Carry out return-to-work interviews and attendance-related processes
Tools & Equipment
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Automated and manual test equipment
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PC-based systems including ERP software for time recording and job tracking
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Standard manufacturing tools (e.g. crimpers, wire preparation tools, soldering equipment, heat guns)
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Production machinery as defined within standard operating processes