Manufacturing Team Lead required by a well established Dundee-based manufacturer Manufacturing Team Lead - Dundee Are you a dynamic, people-focused leader with a passion for operational excellence? My client is a well-established manufacturer in Dundee seeking a driven and purposeful Manufacturing Leader to join their growing team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of their engineering & manufacturing process, ensuring they deliver high-quality products within time and budget. You will lead teams across a 24/7 operation, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities • Safety & Quality: Foster a culture of safety by enforcing procedures, conducting audits, and leading safety initiatives. • M&E : Machine Uptime: Implement preventative maintenance routines and troubleshoot equipment issues to maximise machine availability. • Production Planning & Scheduling: Translate sales forecasts into actionable production plans, optimising resource allocation and ensuring on-time delivery. • Performance Management: Drive productivity improvement initiatives, monitor key metrics, and implement corrective actions to maximise efficiency. • Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of four shift leaders, providing coaching, motivation, and performance feedback. • Communication & Collaboration: Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, effectively communicate manufacturing priorities, and keep stakeholders informed. • Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements through data analysis and lean manufacturing principles, use of formal root cause and corrective action tools. Experience: • Solid understanding of safety principles and best practices. • Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. • Proven record of achieving production targets, managing budgets, and driving efficiency. • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members. • Excellent communication and people skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders with a small team. • Experience and understanding of Operational Excellence and the creation and adherence of processes with systemic thinking. • Data-driven approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. • ERP experience with material transactions and manufacturing processing – Sage, Oracle, or SAP • Proficient in Office 365 tools, presentation creation and data analysis • Experience working within a 24/7 shift environment preferred. • Experience in M&E would be advantageous but not essential. Benefits: • Chance to make a real impact on the success and profitability of their business. • Competitive salary • Profit related bonus scheme & Contributory pension • Life assurance & Share incentive plan. • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company. • Collaborative and supportive work environment • Flexible approach to hours of work within a 24/7 operation YOU MUST BE A RESIDENT OF THE UK OR HAVE THE CORRECT RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE. If you are an enthusiastic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building high-performing teams, please contact me on the details below. 4536526