Job Advert: Production Lead (Manufacturing) Contract Type: Contract Reports To: (Production Manager) Works Alongside: 2 existing Production Leaders Pay: £40,000-£45,000 per year (£20.00 - £23.00 per hour) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Shift: Standard days, 8:00am start Contract Length: 6‑month contract (potential to extend) Location: Skelmersdale Start Date: ASAP We are looking for an experienced Production Lead to take responsibility for day‑to‑day operations within a busy manufacturing environment. Working under the guidance of the Operations Manager and alongside fellow Production Leaders, you will lead a team of 25-30 colleagues and ensure we "win the day" across safety, quality, service, cost and engagement. This role combines strong frontline leadership with forward‑looking, continuous‑improvement activity. You will be a visible presence on the shop floor, driving operational excellence while maintaining high production standards and safe working practices. Key Responsibilities Daily Operations & Leadership Provide frontline leadership and supervision to a team of 25-30 production employees. Ensure consistent focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost and colleague engagement. Maintain safe operations, ensuring all Risk Assessments are current and relevant. Identify and drive safety improvements and support crews in raising and closing safe...