Manufacturing Team Leader

About the role

Sika is seeking a Manufacturing Team Leader to drive safe, efficient and high‑quality production at its Redditch site. You will lead a frontline team, embed a safety‑first culture and translate operational strategy into daily execution.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a manufacturing team to achieve right‑first‑time performance while prioritising health & safety.
• Embed operational standards, improve productivity, reduce waste and manage change effectively.
• Coach team members, provide clear direction and foster continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the development of next‑generation operational talent.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong commitment to health & safety and operational excellence.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and manage performance standards.
• Excellent communication and people‑development skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive total‑reward package.
• 25‑28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Shift pattern: Mon‑Thu 7 am‑4 pm, Fri 7 am‑12 pm; night shift Mon‑Thu 4 pm‑2 am.
• Company pension contribution up to 10%.
• Private healthcare with optional family cover.
• Group life cover (6× annual salary) and global income protection.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay, staff discount platform, Cycle‑to‑Work scheme, service awards and discounted Sika products.