Production Team Leader

Acorn by Synergie; Ilminster; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus scheme

Enhanced pension contributions

Life Assurance and Critical Illness

Onsite parking

Employee discounts platform

Long-service celebrations

Employee Assistance Programme

Free fruit and potatoes

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Flu vaccinations

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie, based in Ilminster, Somerset, is seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to supervise a manufacturing team on a 12-hour rotating shift pattern (4-on/3-on). The role reports to the Production Manager and collaborates with the Shift Manager to meet targets while upholding GMP, safety and quality standards.

You will lead machine operators and production operatives, coordinate daily plans, ensure proper setup, and drive continuous improvement in efficiency, waste reduction

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supervising a production team in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to drive team performance.
• Ability to prioritise workload, make decisions under pressure and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Machine Operators and Production Operatives.
• Ensure production targets, quality, safety and GMP standards are met.
• Coordinate production plans with Shift Manager and resolve operational issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve OEE, efficiency and waste reduction.
• Support maintenance with basic PPM and problem solving.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Production Team Leader | Production Supervisor | Manufacturing Team Leader | Senior Production Operator

Ilminster, Somerset | £36,000 per annum | 12-Hour Shifts | Rotating 4-On / 3-On Pattern | Shift B

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Production Team Leader to join a successful manufacturing operation based in Ilminster, Somerset.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Production Team Leader, Production Supervisor or experienced Senior Operator looking to take the next step in their career with a well-established business that values teamwork, development and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• £36,000 per annum.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover.
• Onsite parking.
• Employee discounts platform.
• Long-service celebrations.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free fruit and potatoes.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Flu vaccinations.
• Refer a Friend scheme.

The Role

Reporting to the Production Manager and working closely with the Shift Manager, you will be responsible for the effective day-to-day running of production operations.

You will lead and develop a team of Machine Operators and Production Operatives, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of Health & Safety, quality, efficiency, GMP and team performance.

You will play a key role in coordinating production, resolving operational issues and identifying opportunities to improve overall performance.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations

• Ensure production lines operate safely and efficiently to achieve production plans, KPIs and customer requirements.
• Agree daily production plans, priorities and running orders with the Shift Manager and communicate these effectively to the team.
• Ensure production lines are correctly set up, appropriately staffed and ready to operate at the start of each shift.
• Monitor production throughout the shift and adjust labour, priorities and resources where required.
• Work closely with QA to ensure products meet customer specifications, quality and legal requirements.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues and non-conformances.
• Support Engineering with basic PPM and operational problem solving, within the appropriate level of training.
• Maintain high standards of GMP, hygiene, housekeeping and HACCP compliance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve OEE, efficiency, waste and overall production performance.

People Leadership

• Lead, motivate and support Machine Operators and Production Operatives to achieve required standards and targets.
• Ensure employees follow company procedures, work instructions and Health & Safety requirements.
• Conduct regular team briefings covering production, performance, quality, safety, training and business updates.
• Support employee training and development and identify training requirements with the Shift Manager.
• Conduct annual appraisals and support the management of attendance, holidays, return-to-work interviews and employee issues.
• Promote teamwork, communication, accountability and a continuous improvement culture across the department.

Health & Safety

• Ensure Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices are followed at all times.
• Identify, address and report unsafe conditions or behaviours.
• Actively support site Health & Safety initiatives, including risk assessments and Let's Sort It.

Shift Pattern

• Shift B - 12-hour rotating 4-on / 3-on pattern:
• Week 1: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 6:30am-6:30pm.
• Week 2: Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 6:30am-6:30pm.

About You

You will ideally have experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment, with previous experience leading or supervising a production team.

• A confident and effective communicator.
• A strong people leader who can motivate and engage a team.
• Practical and solutions-focused with a positive approach to problem solving.
• Able to prioritise workload, use initiative and make effective decisions under pressure.
• Team-focused with a genuine commitment to continuous improvement.
• Professional, fair and able to demonstrate integrity.
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced production environment.

Company Values

You will be expected to demonstrate and promote the company's core values through your own behaviour and leadership:

• Teamwork - Working together to achieve company-wide goals.
• Respect - Valuing and learning from others.
• Integrity - Acting with pride, professionalism and strong principles.