Packaging Production Team Leader

Taylor Higson; Wales; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK packaging manufacturer is seeking a Packaging Production Team Leader in Porth, South Wales. This role involves leading a skilled team to achieve quality and output targets, overseeing machinery maintenance, and fostering collaboration with various teams. The ideal candidate has proven experience in operating folding-gluing machines and previous leadership experience within manufacturing. This position offers a competitive salary, a 4-day working week, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

4-day working week

Competitive pay and overtime rates

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating or setting folding-gluing machines.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience within packaging or manufacturing.
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a small, skilled team to achieve quality and output targets.
• Oversee the daily setup, running, and maintenance of folding-gluing machinery.
• Work collaboratively with planning, quality, and maintenance teams to optimise efficiency.

Skills

Operating folding-gluing machines

Leadership and supervisory skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Packaging Production Team Leader

Location: Porth, South Wales

Salary: £33,000 including benefits

Hours: 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday) on a permanent early shift

Are you an experienced Folding & Gluing Operator ready to take the next step, or a proven Team Leader looking for a new challenge? This is an opportunity to join a long-established UK packaging manufacturer, known for producing high-quality cartons for some of the nation's best-loved brands across the confectionery, beauty, and healthcare sectors.

You’ll lead a skilled production team within a fast-paced Folding & Gluing Department, driving performance, quality, and continuous improvement across all operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate a small, skilled team to achieve quality and output targets
• Oversee the daily setup, running, and maintenance of folding‑gluing machinery
• Provide hands‑on operational support where required to maintain workflow
• Work collaboratively with planning, quality, and maintenance teams to optimise efficiency
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, maintaining a clean and organised working environment

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience operating or setting folding‑gluing machines
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience within packaging or manufacturing
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
• A proactive, positive approach and commitment to continuous improvement

What's on Offer:

• 4‑day working week (Monday to Thursday) - 6am-3.30pm - a 36 hour working week
• Competitive pay and overtime rates, the first 4 hours of overtime are paid at time and a half, and double time after this
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Stable, respected packaging business with opportunities for career progression

Join a company where your experience and leadership will make a real impact in a collaborative, quality‑focused environment - apply today