Production Team Leader

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Production Team Leader to oversee multiple product lines in a fast‑paced engineering and manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for driving productivity, quality and safety while fostering a high‑performing team culture.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities across several product ranges on the day shift.
• Monitor and report on KPIs such as productivity, quality, delivery and health & safety performance.
• Conduct team huddles, maintain KPI boards and coach Production Operatives and Deputy Leaders.
• Manage staff holidays, absence, return‑to‑work meetings and one‑to‑one performance discussions.
• Support production planning, resource allocation and ensure accurate ERP transactions and production data.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and compliance with health, safety and quality standards.

Required profile

• Proven experience in a Production Leader or similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Strong people‑management and coaching abilities.
• Experience working in KPI‑driven production environments.
• Good knowledge of health & safety and quality standards.
• Confident using ERP systems and production reporting tools.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Continuous‑improvement mindset with solid organisational capabilities.

Required skills

• ERP systems
• Production reporting tools

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £32,000 per year.
• Pension scheme with 10.5% employer contribution.
• Healthcare (BUPA) and health cash plan.
• Non‑contributory share scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus subsidised canteen.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• Training, professional development and employee bonus scheme.