Manufacturing Team Leader

Aramark Ltd; Great Notley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Great Notley is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Team Leader to oversee daily operations in their facility. This role involves managing a team of 6-10 operatives while ensuring production performance and quality standards are met. Candidates should have experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong focus on health and safety. A full clean UK driving license is essential. This position offers a competitive salary and Monday to Friday work hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Ability to manage a multi-skilled team effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 6-10 operatives to meet production targets.
• Support maintenance and repair of section instruments.
• Conduct daily briefings and communication across departments.
• Apply HR policies and manage sickness absence effectively.

Skills

Team management

Health and safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Job description

Manufacturing Team Leader

Market 36 Recruitment are currently seeking a skilled and reliable Manufacturing Team Leader on a permanent basis for our client based in Braintree. The role is a pivotal, hands‑on position responsible for steering the day‑to‑day operations of the assigned department. You will drive operational excellence by championing a "safety‑first" culture, ensuring all work adheres to the highest health and safety standards. Your core focus will be on achieving production performance targets and guaranteeing exceptional product quality through effective people leadership, guiding, motivating and developing your team to foster a safe, engaged and high‑achieving work environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 6‑10 operatives. Drive the team to consistently achieve cycle‑time adherence, ensuring all products are built and assembled to meet time‑critical deadlines.
• Proactively manage the maintenance, certification and repair of all section instruments and tools to ensure maximum availability and operational readiness. Support with alleviating day‑to‑day production issues as they occur and provide staff with clear guidance on how to resolve issues efficiently.
• Ensure critical information (e.g., targets, performance feedback and company updates) is clearly communicated to the team through daily SQCDP briefings and regular team briefings. Act as the central communication point for the section, liaising effectively with all other departments (e.g., Warehouse, Quality, Engineering) to ensure the smooth, uninterrupted running of the shift.
• Apply HR policies and procedures consistently and fairly across all direct reports, including the effective application of TNA, sickness absence management, return‑to‑work meetings, occupational health checks, investigations and escalation.

Qualifications

Experience, education & qualifications: Manufacturing/Construction environment experience. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of how to successfully manage a team of multi‑skilled operatives. Team management/supervising. Effective knowledge and application of best practical application. Health and safety conscious. Administration of documentation and required business systems. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all areas of work.

Additional Information

Full Clean UK Driving Licence – Essential for this role.

Salary: Competitive Salary (DOE).

Hours: Monday to Friday 6am‑3pm.