Production Team Leader

Holt Engineering; Poole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a practical Team Leader in Poole. The ideal candidate will manage a team, ensuring smooth production and effective workflow. Responsibilities include leadership of operatives, monitoring productivity, and maintaining quality standards. The role requires mechanical aptitude and experience in a production environment. This position offers the chance to shape a well-run workplace while contributing to high-quality British-made products.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Stable work environment

Support from experienced supervision

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team in a manufacturing environment.
• Confidence with hands-on assembly or mechanical work.
• Calm and reliable under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of operatives and ensure training and methods are followed.
• Monitor on-time delivery and productivity.
• Troubleshoot first-line issues and escalate when needed.
• Maintain workplace organization and standards.
• Support routine quality checks.

Skills

Leadership in a production environment

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of lean tools (5S, OEE, TPM)

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Title : Team Leader

Position : Poole

Salary : £28,000 - £30,000 p.a

If you’re a practical Team Leader who likes being close to the work and keeping a production area running smoothly, this role will suit you. You’ll split your time between supporting the team on the tools and managing workflow, quality and daily priorities, ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of hands‑on work and responsibility.

What the Team Leader will be doing

• Leading a small group of operatives and making sure everyone is trained, supported and following the right methods.
• Keeping an eye on on‑time delivery, productivity, labour allocation and machine use.
• Handling first‑line problem solving and escalating issues early.
• Maintaining 5S standards and general workplace organisation.
• Supporting routine quality checks and ensuring procedures are followed.
• Helping drive improvements, waste reduction and KPI performance.

What we’re looking for in a Team Leader

• Experience leading people in a production or contract manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence with hands‑on assembly or build work.
• Knowledge of lean tools such as 5S, OEE or TPM.
• A calm, fair communicator who can work well with operators, engineers and supervisors.
• Someone organised, reliable and able to guide less‑experienced team members.

What you’ll get

• A stable, long‑established manufacturer with genuine engineering heritage.
• A tidy, well‑run workplace with solid processes and support from an experienced Production Supervisor.
• Opportunities to grow as a Team Leader within a respected global group.
• Trust, autonomy and the chance to shape how your area runs.
• The satisfaction of seeing high‑quality British‑built products leave the door.

If you’re a practical, level‑headed Team Leader looking for a role where your judgement and shop‑floor experience genuinely matter, apply directly or contact Kate Taylor at Holt Engineering