Production Team Leader

Recruit Assist Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in St Albans seeks a proactive Production Team Leader to lead and participate in the manufacturing process of beauty products. The role involves managing a small team, ensuring quality standards, and improving processes. Candidates should have experience in a production environment and exhibit strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £14.50 along with additional perks and benefits.

Benefits

Generous product allowance

Private health cash plan

Pension scheme with employer contribution

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in all stages of product manufacturing.
• Support and motivate a small team of production staff.
• Maintain high standards of quality control.

Skills

Experience in a production or manufacturing environment

Previous team leadership or supervisory experience

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Recruit Assist are hiring a Production Team Leader for an artisan manufacture of beauty products. We are looking for a super star, hands on, practical and proactive Production Team Leader.

This is a hands‑on role in a small, collaborative environment. You'll not only lead the day‑to‑day activities of the production team but also actively participate in the manufacturing process.

We're looking for someone who's just as comfortable rolling up their sleeves on the production floor as they are managing people, ensuring quality standards, and helping the team work efficiently and happily.

£14.50 per hour.

Shift Pattern and Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 6:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Includes 30‑minute lunch break and 15‑minute morning break

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in all stages of product manufacturing, including mixing, filling, and packaging
• Support and motivate a small team of production staff
• Maintain high standards of quality control, from raw materials through to finished goods
• Train and onboard new team members and agency staff
• Identify and address training needs across the team
• Help to improve processes and drive continuous improvement
• Ensure health & safety and cleanliness standards are upheld
• Foster a positive, team‑focused work environment through hands‑on leadership

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Practical, can‑do attitude and willingness to get involved
• Good communication skills and approachable leadership style
• Basic computer literacy and numeracy
• Understanding of waste reduction, downtime, and efficient workflows
• Experience in a cosmetics or skincare environment is a bonus, but not essential

Perks & Benefits

• Generous product allowance
• Up to 5 days additional unpaid leave per year
• Private health cash plan (including optical, dental, therapy access, and 24/7 GP service)
• Pension scheme with 3% employer contribution (after probation)
• Cycle to work, nursery, gym, and EV salary sacrifice schemes
• Casual dress and a supportive team culture
• On‑site parking
• Company events and wellness support

To be considered for this opportunity, all candidates must apply for this position and then we will review your application and contact you by phone and email