Production Team Leader

Proactive Personnel Ltd; Altham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Personnel Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Team Leader to join our client's Production Department on a temp-to-perm basis. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for someone with previous supervisory experience and a solid understanding of manufacturing and assembly operations.

You will lead a production cell, allocate tasks, coach the team, monitor safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring deadlines are met and production records are

Qualifications

• Leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing or assembly.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and production processes.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement / Lean manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and quality procedures.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Syspro.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a production cell to meet daily production targets.
• Allocate tasks and responsibilities to production operators.
• Train, coach and support team members to improve performance.
• Monitor attendance, timekeeping, holidays and sickness in line with company procedures.
• Ensure production schedules and targets are achieved.
• Maintain quality documentation and operate the ERP system.

Skills

Leadership experience

Manufacturing operations

Continuous Improvement

Health & Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team coordination

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Tools

Syspro ERP

Job description

Proactive Personnel are currently looking for a Production Team Leader to join our client’s Production Department on a temp to perm basis.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, ideal for someone with previous leadership experience and a good understanding of manufacturing and assembly operations.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and supervising a production cell and ensuring the team meets daily production targets.
• Allocating tasks and responsibilities to production operators.
• Training, coaching and supporting team members to improve their skills and performance.
• Monitoring attendance, timekeeping, holidays and sickness in line with company procedures.
• Dealing with employee concerns and maintaining discipline within the team.
• Ensuring production schedules and targets are achieved.
• Making sure all required production documentation is completed correctly using the ERP system.
• Ensuring raw materials are available and stock levels are maintained within the cell.
• Monitoring production processes to ensure quality, efficiency and productivity targets are met.
• Reporting machinery breakdowns and equipment issues promptly using Workmate.
• Ensuring all quality procedures and specifications are followed.
• Carrying out first‑off inspections and regular quality checks where required.
• Promoting a safe working environment and ensuring employees follow Health & Safety procedures and use the correct PPE.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and supporting Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, ideally within a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and production operations.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing would be advantageous.
• Good awareness of Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures.
• Knowledge of Syspro ERP or a similar system would be advantageous.
• Strong communication, computer and organisational skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic and hands‑on approach to work.
• Flexible attitude to working hours and changing cells when required.
• A strong commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, safety and customer satisfaction.

Shift Details:

• 1 x 4 day Earlies - Mon-Thurs 6am-6pm 48hrs
• 1 x 3 day Earlies – Fri-Sun 6am-6pm 36hrs
• 1 x 3 day Lates – Fri-Sun 6pm-6am 36hrs

Hourly rate will vary depending on shift pattern.