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Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as a Production Team Leader
Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming industry and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.
As a Production Team Leader you will be leading a team of operatives producing Milled Dispersions and Formulated Solutions products in accordance with our standard operating procedures on a lower tier COMAH registered Chemical Manufacturing Plant.
Responsible for managing, mentoring, and developing operations staff to ensure daily targets are achieved, in line with key performance indicators.
Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you will be expected to work autonomously and therefore will be responsible for day-to-day operations, carrying out any necessary fault diagnosis, escalating and resolving issues as required.
You will lead and manage a self-directed operating team coordinating labour and product priorities to achieve the production plan. Liasing with the Production management, Supply chain and Quality and collaborate with them regarding production matters and attainment
Your role will be to operate in both areas of the manufacturing site (FS/MD) as and when required to meet production demands, overlapping duties/responsibilities with the technical and process operators, assisting with plant operations where required.
In the event of any emergency situation, you will become the incident controller – duties include implementing emergency procedures, accounting for all staff on the plant at the time, providing information to emergency service personnel and to provide assistance as requested in responding to the incident.
You will comply and ensure your team comply with operating procedures including ISO9001/14001, COMAH & IPPC, process instructions, Engineering, and QHSE procedures, including issuing of permits and contractor management. You will be required to conduct sampling and in process analysis to ensure that all products meet the required manufacturing specifications, if required fault diagnosis and rectification may be required.
You will lead and manage your team, ensuring they are trained to the required standard.
You will work closely with technical support and management in executing investigative or experimental programmes and in implementing change projects such as new product introduction. You will lead continuous improvement project teams (5S / Structured Problem Solving / HPI) with the aim of improving QHSES standards, and process efficiencies, the site is Known Consignor accredited and you will be required to be trained to module 10.
What We're Looking For:
The following accountabilities are identified for the role of Production Team Leader
1. Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with the health, safety, environmental and quality required
2. Manage production weekly production & short-term scheduling to maximise on time deliveries keeping inventory on target
3. Ensure compliance with Quality, ISO Environmental and continuous improvement systems for operations
4. Coaching the Production Operators / technical operators so that they are sufficiently trained, motivated, and developed to meet production goals
5. Execute production strategies and plan for improved technologies to ensure continuous improvement in operational productivity
Skills That Make a Difference:
6. Previous experience of leading and developing a team
7. GCSE or equivalent in Math’s, English and Chemistry or equivalent vocational qualification coupled with minimum 5 years’ experience in a chemical manufacturing industry
8. Use of computer systems (SAP, MS office) and numeracy / literacy skills (written and verbal communication skills)
9. Lean Principles – Underpinning knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Techniques
10. Evaluation of plant data and identification of corrective action through structured problem solving
11. QHSE awareness – Compliance with safe systems of work, knowledge of standards
12. Maintenance skills to ensure completion of engineering tasks as and when required
13. Forklift truck operation (desired)
Perks and Rewards That Inspire:
We offer competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits including:
14. Discretionary bonus
15. Bupa Healthcare
16. Wellbeing support
17. Competitive Pension Scheme
18. Share Incentive Plan
19. Free Car Parking
Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.