Production Team Leader

W Talent is working with a leading manufacturing business that is currently looking to recruit a Production Team Leader to lead and manage a production shift at their site located in Leicester, LE3. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the production process runs smoothly while supporting the site's improvement, vision, and business plan.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a real impact in a fast-paced, growing company. If you have strong leadership skills, a passion for continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering excellence, we want to hear from you!

Job Information

As the new Production Team Leader, you will manage production operations to meet customer requirements efficiently and on time. You will train, motivate, and coach the production team to ensure Operational and Service Excellence. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with safety rules and provide proper training for staff on plant and machinery.

1. Manage production operations to meet customer requirements efficiently and on time.
2. Train, motivate, and coach the production team to ensure Operational and Service Excellence.
3. Oversee site inductions and workwear deployment for staff and visitors.
4. Empower staff to take responsibility and ensure timely actions in response to requests.
5. Supervise and direct the production team, ensuring operational excellence.
6. Coach and motivate staff, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
7. Participate in feedback and debriefing sessions to improve policies and processes.
8. Continuously seek opportunities to improve systems, procedures, and efficiency.
9. Report production statistics regularly and address any issues that may impact delivery.
10. Manage activities according to the production plan, ensuring KPIs are met.
11. Collaborate with the Production/Operations Manager to purchase new plant equipment.
12. Ensure optimal staffing levels during shifts to meet production demands.

Key Requirements

1. Ability to develop effective working relationships across all levels of management and staff.
2. Leadership and people management skills, including recruitment and induction.
3. Highly customer-focused with attention to detail.
4. Strong decision-making abilities and the ability to execute organizational plans.
5. Flexible and able to react quickly to customer needs.
6. Ability to deliver quality results under pressure.
7. Self-motivated with a positive attitude.

Salary and Benefits Package

You will receive 33 days holiday, a company pension scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, on-site parking, private medical insurance, and life assurance. In addition, you will enjoy a competitive salary of circa 30,000 - 31,500 along with an exciting career at a company that supports development and ambition.

For further information or if you have any questions about the role, please don't hesitate to contact Glyn Dobb at W Talent. Glyn will be happy to provide more details, discuss the position, and help guide you through the application process.