Production Leader

Healthcare; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Bishop Auckland is seeking a Production Leader to drive operational excellence. You will oversee production efficiency, manage staffing levels, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience in a similar environment, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

33 Days Holiday

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site Parking

Private Medical

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or operational environment ideally within textiles, healthcare, or logistics.
• Strong understanding of hygiene and safety standards.
• Adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement across the site.
• Maximise the efficiency of production operations.
• Achieve and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Lead employee management including absence and performance.

Skills

Proven leadership experience

Continuous improvement methodologies (LEAN/Six Sigma)

Excellent communication

Decision-making skills

Ability to motivate and develop teams

Education

Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience)

IOSH-qualified

Job description

About a career with Elis

Are you a hands‑on leader passionate about delivering exceptional service and operational excellence in the healthcare sector

Elis is an international multi‑service provider offering textile hygiene and facility services solutions. With over 50000 employees across 28 countries we provide essential sustainable services to the industrial hospitality healthcare and commercial sectors.

We have a great opportunity for a Production Leader to join our site at Bishop Auckland. You will work closely with the Production Manager and other internal teams to drive continuous improvement across the site. Your focus will be on maximising the efficiency of production operations developing and engaging team members and fostering a culture of lean thinking and operational excellence.

Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday- 22:00 - 06:00

Your Mission at Elis

• Uphold the companys vision values and policies at all times.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and promote team wellbeing.
• Oversee delivery performancetimeliness quantity cost and quality.
• Structure and manage staffing levels based on forecasted volumes and budget.
• Communicate targets and results clearly; collaborate with support functions.
• Achieve and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Lead and support the production team to maintain operational excellence.
• Motivate coach and encourage teamwork across all levels.
• Report on performance metrics including productivity delivery and consumption.
• Drive continuous improvement in efficiency quality and value.
• Maintain stock levels of chemicals and consumables.
• Participate in forecasting and conduct regular reviews.
• Escalate production issues that may impact delivery schedules.
• Manage shift staffing to meet operational needs.
• Lead employee management including absence performance and grievances.
• Implement first-level maintenance in line with company standards.

What will make you stand out

• Proven leadership experience in a production or operational environmentideally within textiles healthcare or logistics.
• Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies such as LEAN or Six Sigma.
• Excellent communication and decision‑making skills with the ability to coach motivate and develop high‑performing teams.
• IOSH‑qualified with strong literacy and numeracy skills and a keen eye for detail hygiene and safety standards.
• Adaptable and proactive able to thrive in a fast‑paced high‑demand environment.
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) with a solid background in managing performance absence and operational KPIs.

Whats on offer

• 33 Days Holiday
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On‑site Parking
• Private Medical
• Life Assurance
• A purpose‑driven career in a sustainability‑focused customer‑first organisation.
• Be part of a growing national success story with real scope to lead change and make an impact.
• A competitive package including a salary of up to 45000 per annum team leadership responsibilities and clear development and progression opportunities.

Interested

Then apply online! Your contact person :

HelenaFearnley-Brown

HR Management,CFA,Instrumentation,Insurance Management,Catia

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 35000 - 45000