Job Description
Are you an experienced Production Team Leader with a background in manufacturing or Engineering? Do you have a proven ability to drive production performance, lead teams, and deliver customer orders on time? If so, our client is seeking a motivated and resilient Team Leader to join their production operation. This role is ideal for someone passionate about health & safety, continuous improvement, and people development.Production Team LeaderPermanent Rate dependent on experience42-hour week on a continental shift patternProduction Team LeaderJob Description
* Lead and champion a strong Health & Safety culture, ensuring full compliance with all safety standards, procedures, and best practices.
* Drive production plan adherence to consistently meet customer delivery targets, implementing effective recovery actions when deviations occur.
* Monitor and improve operational performance against key KPIs and PIs, taking ownership of corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Lead, coach, and develop Team Leaders and Operators, optimising team performance, capability, and engagement through regular feedback and performance management.
* Provide effective operational leadership across shifts, ensuring adequate resourcing, smooth shift handovers, and escalation support in the absence of the Production Manager.
Production Team LeaderEssential Experience / Skills / Qualifications
* Experienced in managing and supervising teams in fast-paced manufacturing environments, with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
* Skilled leader of Team Leaders and Operators, with expertise in coaching, training, and driving performance improvements.
* Excellent communicator, able to engage, influence, and build strong relationships at all levels of the organisation.
* Highly motivated and resilient, with a strong focus on achieving production targets and operational excellence.
* Experienced in implementing and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and other IT tools, using data analysis to inform decisions and drive operational improvements.
Production Team LeaderBenefits
* Pension contribution scheme
* 24 annual days plus 5 bank holidays
* Instant discounts