Production Team Lead

ROCKWOOL North America; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions company in Birmingham is seeking a Production Team Lead to oversee daily production and ensure safety standards. The ideal candidate should have experience in manufacturing and a good understanding of operations and LEAN principles. This full-time position offers competitive salary, annual leave, and additional benefits. Join us in creating a sustainable future.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Aviva Pension Scheme

Health Cashback Scheme

Life Assurance 4x annual salary

Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme

On site subsidised electric car charging

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of Operations and LEAN principles.
• Ability to identify issues and implement solutions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring team adherence to EHS guidelines and policies.
• Delivering Safety Toolbox Talks.
• Overseeing daily production plans and allocating resources.
• Monitoring equipment and processes for efficiency.
• Maintaining skills matrixes to monitor team capability.

Skills

Problem-solving

Operations understanding

LEAN principles

Management experience

Job description

Job Title: Production Team Lead

Location: Join us at our state-of-the-art facility in Hams Hall, Birmingham. We are looking for a driven and committed Production Team Lead to become part of our growing team. This is a full-time, permanent role, working a day’s regular pattern.

Ready to help shape a better future for generations to come?
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, we have a responsibility - to ourselves and to future generations - to live and work sustainably. At ROCKWOOL, we are dedicated to enriching modern life through our innovative stone wool solutions, helping to create safer, healthier, and more sustainable environments for all.

What you will be doing:

• Ensuring all team members work in line with EHS guidelines and company policies and reporting incidents, accidents, and near misses promptly and accurately
• Delivering Safety Toolbox Talks and contributing to H&S improvement plans
• Overseeing daily production plans and allocating resources effectively
• Monitoring equipment and processes to maximise efficiency and reduce downtime
• Preparing detailed shift reports and contributing to daily production reviews
• Maintaining and reviewing skills matrixes to monitor team capability
• Managing time and attendance records including absence queries
• Providing regular feedback and input on team performance to the Production Lead
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure operational alignment

What you bring:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of Operations and LEAN principles
• Previous management or supervisory experience
• The ability to problem solve, and to identify issues quickly and implement solutions effectively
• Understanding of Lean 6 Sigma, and 6s principles is desirable

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Aviva Pension Scheme
• Westfield Health Cashback Scheme
• Life Assurance 4x annual salary
• Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
• On site subsidised electric car charging

Who We Are

ROCKWOOL is the global leader in stone wool solutions, founded in Denmark in 1937. We transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. With over 12,000 employees, 40+ countries, and 51 manufacturing facilities, we share one purpose – releasing the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our strategy. We actively contribute to 11 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including Life Below Water (SDG 14). Through partnerships like the One Ocean Foundation and our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we champion ocean health and drive solutions to protect it.

Our Culture

We embrace diversity, with 79 nationalities across our workforce, and are committed to inclusion, equal opportunity, and respect for all. You’ll join a friendly, supportive environment guided by “The ROCKWOOL Way” – our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity, and efficiency.

Interested?

Take the next step in your career and join a company making a real difference. Click ‘Apply’ now and help us shape a better tomorrow.

Closing Date: 3rd October 2025