Production Team Leader
About the Organisation
A global defence technology organisation delivering advanced maritime and underwater systems to allied navies worldwide. Its specialist solutions support surface, sub-surface, and unmanned platforms, helping customers maintain operational advantage in an evolving maritime environment.
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The Role
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Team Leader will supervise a production section, managing people, materials, and processes to meet daily output, quality, cost, and safety targets.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Lead production activities from material receipt through assembly, test, and delivery
2. Supervise and support Production Operators, including hands-on assembly and testing when required
3. Ensure work is completed to defined procedures, standards, and quality requirements (IPC-A-610)
4. Monitor performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvement
5. Manage non-conformances, material shortages, and supplier returns using the ERP system
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