Extrusion Team Leader

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Extrusion Team Leader in Alfreton. The role involves leading an extrusion team, ensuring production targets are met safely, and coaching team members. Candidates should have at least 5 years of leadership experience and strong knowledge of extrusion and lean manufacturing. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary of £44,436 including shift allowance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of extrusion processes and lean manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving, people management, and communication skills.
• Proven experience in coaching, performance management, and driving team development.
• Safety-conscious with a proactive attitude toward process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate extrusion team to meet production targets safely and efficiently.
• Organise manpower and materials to deliver on schedule.
• Monitor and report on safety, quality, and output, driving improvements where needed.
• Act as shift lead — setting priorities, directing staff, and ensuring adherence to KPIs.
• Coach and develop team members; identify skills gaps and implement training plans.
• Promote a safe work environment through active risk management and incident investigation.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Extrusion processes knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Coaching and development

Job description

Overview

Extrusion Team Leader – an opportunity for an experienced Team Leader with strong extrusion knowledge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate extrusion team to meet production targets safely and efficiently.


• Organise manpower and materials to deliver on schedule.


• Monitor and report on safety, quality, and output, driving improvements where needed.


• Act as shift lead — setting priorities, directing staff, and ensuring adherence to KPIs.


• Coach and develop team members; identify skills gaps and implement training plans.


• Promote a safe work environment through active risk management and incident investigation.


• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing leadership role.


• In-depth knowledge of extrusion processes and lean manufacturing.


• Strong problem-solving, people management, and communication skills.


• Proven experience in coaching, performance management, and driving team development.


• Safety-conscious with a proactive attitude toward process improvement.

Working hours: 4 on 4 off / 2 day & 2 nights.

Salary: £44,436 (including shift allowance).

This is a Full time, Permanent position.