Senior Operator / Production Team Leader – Nights

About the role

Join a fast‑growing modern manufacturing site in Petersfield as a Senior Operator, Production Team Leader or Supervisor on the night shift. You will be responsible for leading a team, ensuring smooth production flow, and driving continuous improvement while working a stable 11 pm‑7 am schedule, Sunday to Thursday.

Key responsibilities

• Motivate and guide the night crew to meet production and quality targets.
• Coach staff, support training, and manage return‑to‑work conversations.
• Analyse OEE data and apply structured problem‑solving to boost performance.
• Champion Lean, 5S and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance, complete quality documentation and trigger corrective actions.
• Support wider projects and assist on the line when required.

Required profile

• Experience leading teams in manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, food production or similar fast‑paced environments.
• Proven ability to coach others, stay calm under pressure and drive results.
• Willingness to work night hours and commit to a long‑term role.

Required skills

• Lean methodology
• 5S principles
• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) analysis

What we offer

• £16.48 per hour, night shift only (no rotating patterns).
• Full‑time, 5‑day week with a temp‑to‑perm pathway.
• Company bus service for £3 per day.
• Free porridge at breakfast, free soup at lunch, low‑cost canteen.
• Goody bags twice a year, annual bonus scheme.
• Clear progression to Line Manager or Production Manager roles.