Hands-On Production Team Leader

Connected Search Group; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Connected Search Group in Sheffield is seeking a Production Team Leader to supervise a small production team on the shop floor with a hands-on approach. This permanent, full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with operations and maintain high production standards.

The ideal candidate has several years in manufacturing, leadership experience, and the ability to stay hands-on while guiding a skilled team. A practical mindset and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Several years of hands-on manufacturing or production experience.
• Experience leading, supervising or supporting shop-floor colleagues.
• Practical approach and confidence working around production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Leading and organising a small shop-floor production team
• Working hands-on alongside the team
• Coordinating daily workload and maintaining production standards
• Managing day-to-day matters including timekeeping and breaks
• Supporting automated manufacturing and spraying processes
• Completing routine equipment checks and basic servicing/maintenance
• Supporting health & safety and wider operational responsibilities
• Developing a strong understanding of the machinery and manufacturing processes
• Acting as an experienced and reliable point of contact for the team

Skills

Team leadership

Hands-on manufacturing

Communication

Job description

Connected Search Group in Sheffield is seeking a Production Team Leader to supervise a small production team on the shop floor with a hands-on approach. This permanent, full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with operations and maintain high production standards.

The ideal candidate has several years in manufacturing, leadership experience, and the ability to stay hands-on while guiding a skilled team. A practical mindset and strong communication are essential.