Overview Are you an experienced
Production Supervisor or Team Leader
with a background in manufacturing or regulated environments? Do you enjoy leading teams on the shop floor, driving performance and ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards?
We’re supporting a global manufacturing business in Fareham who are looking to recruit a
Process Team Leader (PTL)
to lead shift performance across key production areas.
About the role As a
Process Team Leader, you’ll take ownership of shift delivery across manufacturing operations, ensuring production plans are achieved while maintaining strict compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards. This is a highly visible, hands‑on leadership role where you’ll be responsible for driving performance, developing your team and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate shift delivery across production areas, ensuring targets for Quality, Cost and Delivery are met
Plan labour and equipment requirements in line with production schedules
Provide shop‑floor leadership, including shift briefs, tier meetings and handovers
Maintain real‑time production status and elevate risks or constraints
Work closely with QA, Planning, Engineering and Warehouse teams
Ensure all manufacturing activities are carried out in line with GMP, safety and environmental standards
Oversee raw material handling and pre‑weigh processes to ensure production flow
Lead and support root cause investigations, deviations and CAPA activities
Drive Right First Time (RFT) performance and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene and compliance
Support equipment availability, maintenance and new equipment implementation
Participate in and support internal and external audits
Lead and develop your team, including performance management, coaching and training
Promote a proactive health, safety and environmental culture
Requirements
Experience leading a team or shift within a manufacturing or processing environment
Strong understanding of GMP and regulated environments
Experience supporting audits, investigations and CAPA processes
Ability to plan resources and deliver against production schedules
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Hands‑on problem‑solving and root cause analysis experience
Experience coaching and developing team members
Desirable
Experience within pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food or other regulated industries
Knowledge of ISO 22716 and ISO 9001 standards desirable
Exposure to continuous improvement or lean methodologies
About You You’re a confident and approachable leader who enjoys being on the shop floor, supporting your team and driving performance.
Interested? If you’re an experienced Production Team Leader or Supervisor looking for your next step in a regulated manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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