Production Team Leader
Great Yarmouth, UK
Full Time
£Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Must be eligible for Security Clearance (SC)
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity for a people-focused Production Team Leader to play a key role within a high-performance manufacturing environment.
Working closely with the Production Manager, you’ll lead from the front on the shop floor—driving team engagement, embedding Lean practices, and delivering a safe, efficient, and high-quality production operation. This role is ideal for someone passionate about developing others, improving processes, and shaping a positive, high-performing culture.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
* Ensure people and resources are effectively deployed to meet production targets and business objectives
* Support delivery of manufacturing throughput, identifying bottlenecks, risks, and constraints
* Monitor daily production activities and elevate issues where required
* Ensure adherence to manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
* Contribute to daily production meetings with clear updates on work status
Team Leadership & Development
* Lead, coach, and support a team within a production environment
* Conduct performance management activities including one‑to‑ones, appraisals, and return‑to‑work meetings
* Drive engagement, accountability, and a positive team culture
* Support training, multi‑skilling, and development planning across the team
* Maintain training records and identify capability gaps
Performance & Reporting
* Own and report on key production metrics (e.g. SPQCD boards, ERP systems)
* Support tiered meetings and provide accurate performance data
* Monitor team output against targets and take corrective action where needed
Continuous Improvement
* Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the production area
* Embed Lean principles, 5S practices, and visual management
* Use data to drive decision‑making and improve efficiency
* Support structured problem‑solving activities (e.g. 5 Whys, root cause analysis)
About You
Leadership & People Skills
* Proven experience in a supervisory or team leadership role within manufacturing
* Ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members
* Confident managing performance and driving behavioural standards
Operational & Technical
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflow planning
* Ability to identify and resolve production issues proactively
* Experience with production reporting tools and performance metrics
Communication & Collaboration
* Clear communicator, confident leading team briefings and meetings
* Able to work cross‑functionally and escale issues effectively
Continuous Improvement
* Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and 5S methodologies
* Experience with structured problem‑solving approaches (e.g. 5 Whys, PDCA)
* Data‑driven mindset with strong organisational skills
Additional Requirements
* Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC) is essential
* Flexible approach to working patterns to support operational needs
What’s on Offer
* £Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* Flexible working options including a 9‑day fortnight and early finish Fridays
* Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
* Health cash plan and wellbeing support services
* Pension scheme with employer contribution
* Life assurance
* Access to retail, leisure, and gym discounts
* Employee assistance programme
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Relocation support available
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