Production Team Leader

Hunter Selection; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company is seeking a dynamic Production Team Leader in Birmingham. This role involves leading and managing a high performing production team while ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in manufacturing, particularly automotive, and a strong understanding of LEAN principles.

Benefits

Excellent annual leave entitlement

Comprehensive Group Pension

Huge progression potential

Cashback Health Care Scheme

Comprehensive Sick Pay Scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years team leading experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of operations and Lean principles.
• Background preferably in automotive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and support the execution of production plans.
• Conduct audits and quality checks to maintain operational standards.
• Facilitate effective communication and team coordination.

Skills

Operations understanding

LEAN principles

Team leadership

Communication

Continuous improvement

Safety compliance

Education

Leadership Qualification e.g. ILM

Tools

SAP

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Production Team Leader

Birmingham

26006/611M

32,000 - Day shift

What is on offer?

• Excellent annual leave entitlement
• Comprehensive Group Pension
• Huge progression potential
• Cashback Health Care Scheme
• Comprehensive Sick Pay Scheme

A global manufacturing company is seeking a dynamic Production Team Leader join their growing team during its next phase of expansion. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a highly respected organisation, where you'll have the chance to build and lead a high performing production team.

Role & Responsibilities:

• The Team Lead supports the Production Lead in managing day-to-day operations within the Production area ensuring all tasks are completed on time and correct first time.
• The Team Lead is responsible for safely executing Production plans, allocating tasks and responsibilities to team members, and monitoring resource usage.
• The Team Lead will conduct regular audits, inspections and quality checks to ensure all tasks meet the required specified standards, enforcing compliance to SAP system and all safety protocols.
• The role will be expected to address any issues or conflicts within the team, escalating them to the Production Lead when necessary.
• Effective communication and coordination among team members and departments are key aspects of this role to ensure a smooth workflow, adherence to safety and quality standards, along with maintaining positive relationships with external providers where required.
• This role will drive and deliver a proactive culture focused on continuous improvement. The Team Lead will work to maximise safety, compliance, and productivity, whilst minimising downtime and interruption.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing site, with a strong understanding of Operations and LEAN principles
• Team leading experience 5+ years.
• Manufacturing background preferably automotive
• Leadership Qualification e.g. ILM would be desirable
• Strong understanding and knowledge of SAP
• Understanding of Lean 6 Sigma, and 6s principles is desirable.

If you are interested in more information, please contact Sam Paynter.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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