Production Team Leader

Prince Personnel; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national manufacturing business is seeking a Production Team Leader to manage a team in Telford. This role involves ensuring safety and quality standards are met while tracking performance and implementing improvements. Strong leadership experience within a manufacturing environment is essential. The position offers a competitive salary package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Stats

Healthcare Cash plan

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with industrial press operations is desirable.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of production and machine operatives.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety regulations.
• Track production performance using the ERP system.

Skills

Proven leadership experience in manufacturing

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Familiarity with IT systems

Job description

Production Team Leader

Location: Telford

Package: Up to circa £31,000 per annum (including S.A)

Hours: Double days -6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm (Earlier finish on a Friday)

Benefits: 25 days annual leave + Stats
Healthcare Cash plan
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Discount Scheme



A leading national manufacturing business with multiple sites across the UK is experiencing significant growth at its Telford facility. To support the increasing demand and expanding operations, they are seeking an additional Production Team Leader to strengthen their manufacturing team and oversee a team based within the Press Shop area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, fast-paced company that holds a strong reputation in its sector.


The Production Team Leader will be responsible for:

• Managing and leading a team of production and machine operatives
• Ensuring adherence to health & safety regulations and quality standards
• Supporting the onboarding and induction of new employees
• Handling return-to-work meetings and monitoring absences
• Tracking production performance using the ERP system and identifying areas for improvement
• Implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Ensuring all operator training is up to date and compliant
• Assisting the Supervisor in meeting shift performance targets

Skills and Experience
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment-such as Team Leader, Supervisor, Line Leader, Press Shop Leader or Senior Operator-is essential
• Familiarity with industrial press operations is highly desirable, though not essential
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively
• Confident using IT systems to support production planning, reporting, and team coordination

The application process:

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About Us

Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you’re seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you’ll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment. With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you.

Reference: AA26611