Production Team Leader

First Military Recruitment Ltd; North Nibley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Production Team Leader in Yate, Bristol. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes responsibility and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will lead a skilled warehouse team, ensuring daily production targets are met while maintaining high standards in safety and quality. The position requires at least 2 years' experience, strong communication skills, and a practical understanding of lean manufacturing. Benefits include bonuses, paid holidays, and a positive working culture.

Benefits

Quarterly profit-related bonus

Quarterly £100 attendance allowance

29 days holiday

'Time in service' holiday awards

Optional contributory pension scheme

Positive working culture

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience leading a warehouse or production team.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A practical understanding of lean manufacturing tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and energize a skilled warehouse team.
• Coordinate daily job schedules and allocate labour efficiently.
• Ensure materials are prepared and dispatched to specifications.

Skills

Leading a warehouse or production team

Strong communication skills

Practical understanding of lean manufacturing tools

Production planning

High confidence in safe handling of goods

Education

ILM Level 2 Leadership (or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

AL909 - Production Team Leader

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Bonuses

Location: Yate, Bristol

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Production Team Leader on behalf of one of our clients. This is a hands‑on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, communication and continuous improvement. Our client encourages applications from ex‑military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, support and energise a skilled warehouse team to meet daily production targets.
• Coordinate daily job schedules and allocate labour efficiently.
• Ensure materials are prepared, processed and dispatched to customer specifications.
• Use internal ERP system to record and manage stock movement accurately.
• Uphold high standards in health, safety and housekeeping — promoting a safe, positive environment.
• Train and mentor team members in production best practices and safety protocols.
• Inspect finished parts for quality, non‑conformance, and correct material condition.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to keep workflow running smoothly.
• Keep clear, accurate records of stock and team activities.

Skills and Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience leading a warehouse or production team.
• Strong communication and leadership skills — both on the floor and in reporting.
• A practical understanding of lean manufacturing tools (5S, 7 Wastes, visual management).
• Comfortable with production planning, training staff and using ERP systems.
• FLT and confidence in safe handling of goods.
• ILM Level 2 Leadership (or equivalent) is a bonus — but not essential.

Benefits

• Quarterly profit‑related bonus.
• Quarterly £100 attendance allowance.
• 29 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• 'Time in service' holiday awards.
• Optional contributory pension scheme.
• A positive working culture in a growing and stable company.