The Production Team Leader is responsible for leading a team of production operatives to ensure that daily output, quality, safety, and efficiency targets are achieved. The role involves hands‑on supervision, people management and continuous improvement within the production area.
· Compliance to EH&S Policies, safety standards and COSHH/Risk Assessments.
· Lead daily GO meetings
· Agree the production plan with the planning team.
· Drive adherence to the production plan, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions where required
· Be the key communicator on production to the planning team, including completions, delays, and recovery actions
· Root cause deviation to execution of the production plan
· Maintain, Update and assist in the creation of routings and capacities.
· Maintain the area skill matrix and create training plan for knowledge depth.
· Assist in implementing new procedures and operational improvements with correct documentation. Incl standard work.
· Promote standard work, 5S, and waste reduction initiatives on the shop floor.
· Coordinate with maintenance, mechanical engineering, EHS and quality to ensure productivity
· Collect, analyse, and maintain operational data
· Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for management on area performance.
· Lead and support continuous Improvement Initiatives to drive efficiency, safety and quality in the area
· Cover for production supervisors as needed
· 2-4 years of experience in administrative or operations leadership roles
· Experience in Manufacturing environment and processes
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Personal Qualities
· Ability to problem solve and solution based.
· Work on own initiative and as part of a team
· Good communication skills
· Attention to detail