Cell Lead — Lead a Precision Manufacturing Team

Gap Personnel Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Personnel Exeter is recruiting for a Cell Lead to oversee the day-to-day running of a production cell on the outskirts of Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter. You will lead a team, guide training, and ensure safety, quality and productivity across aerospace, marine and automotive components.

The role involves instructing and supporting operatives, maintaining work instructions, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a production, manufacturing or factory environment is preferable.
• Previous team-leading or supervisory experience would be advantageous.
• A keen eye for detail with good mechanical knowledge and an interest in production.
• Confident supporting and guiding colleagues and helping others develop their skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic, proactive and able to take responsibility.
• Organised and able to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Flexible and willing to carry out a wide-ranging role.
• A positive team player with the ability to lead by example.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, health & safety and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running and organisation of your production cell.
• Support and lead a team of Production Operatives to achieve production targets and deadlines.
• Provide guidance, support, and assistance to team members throughout the production process.
• Assist with the training and development of new and existing team members.
• Perform assembly operations by following work instructions to manufacture motorsport components.
• Perform test operations in accordance with work instructions.
• Ensure finished products are packaged and labelled correctly and moved to the dispatch area.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and work instructions.
• Monitor quality standards and ensure products meet specifications.
• Help identify and resolve production issues and escalate as needed.
• Maintain a clean, tidy work area and promote a positive working environment.
• Carry out other reasonable requests from leadership.

Job description

Gap Personnel Exeter is recruiting for a Cell Lead to oversee the day-to-day running of a production cell on the outskirts of Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter. You will lead a team, guide training, and ensure safety, quality and productivity across aerospace, marine and automotive components.

The role involves instructing and supporting operatives, maintaining work instructions, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining a positive team environment.