Manufacturing Team Manager

Copello Global; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Training and development

Global manufacturing environment

Job summary

Copello are partnering with a leading global manufacturing business to recruit a Manufacturing Team Manager. Lead day-to-day operations, own a production area, and drive safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will coach hourly and salaried colleagues, apply Lean tools such as 6S, Value Stream Mapping and Standard Work, and develop a culture of continuous improvement while collaborating with maintenance and facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading manufacturing/operations teams.
• Lean manufacturing background with CI experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across your designated production area.
• Coach and develop hourly and salaried team members to meet production demand.
• Drive operational excellence using Lean tools and continuous improvement methods.
• Champion safety and ensure best practices across the production environment.
• Deliver against KPIs such as productivity, quality, and on-time delivery.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Team development

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent

Tools

6S

Value Stream Mapping

Standard Work

Visual Management

Job description

Copello are partnering with a leading global manufacturing business to recruit a Manufacturing Team Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production or operations professional looking to lead a high-performing manufacturing team within a fast-paced engineering environment.

The successful candidate will take ownership of a defined production area, ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll play a key role in driving operational performance, developing teams, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across your designated production area.
• Manage, coach and develop both hourly and salaried team members, ensuring resources are effectively aligned to production demand.
• Drive operational excellence through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion a positive safety culture, ensuring best practice is embedded across the production environment.
• Deliver against key operational KPIs, including productivity, quality, on-time delivery and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste and increase performance.
• Work closely with maintenance and facilities teams to maximise equipment availability and plant performance.
• Foster a collaborative, engaged and high-performing team culture by recognising success, developing capability and empowering individuals to make decisions.
• Provide clear leadership, direction and support to achieve business objectives.

About You

We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

• A degree qualification or equivalent industry experience.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or operations leadership role.
• Experience managing, coaching and developing production teams.
• A strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies, including tools such as 6S, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work and Visual Management.
• Proven problem-solving experience using structured improvement techniques such as A3 or 8D.
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to prioritise competing demands while maintaining high standards of quality and delivery.
• A proactive approach with a genuine passion for developing people and driving positive change.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to join a well-established global manufacturer with an excellent reputation.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative working environment where continuous improvement is encouraged and supported.
• The chance to make a genuine impact by leading operational improvements and developing high-performing teams.

Please note: Please note BPSS Clearance must be obtainable for this role