Production Team Leader

West Pharmaceutical Services; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company in St. Austell is seeking a Production Operative to oversee various production activities and operate essential machinery in the manufacture of medical devices. The ideal candidate will utilize a proactive mindset to enhance automation while adhering to quality standards. Responsibilities include mentoring less experienced staff, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and maintaining production schedules across shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Competent in health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Self-motivated to drive performance and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Competent in all processes within the respective department.
• Ensure material availability at each process step.
• Co-ordinate resources to meet production priorities.

Skills

ILM Level 2 Supervisory Skills

Operating manufacturing equipment/machinery

Guiding a team

Written and verbal English proficiency

Basic numeracy

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree or working towards

Job description

Job Summary

In this role, you will carry out and be competent in the various production activities within your respective Department and set up/operate various machines in the manufacture of medical device components.

You will demonstrate and use a proactive mindset in order to actively develop processes to increase automation and utilisation of equipment. Responsible for supporting and contributing to Lean Sigma programs and activities, whilst supporting Supervisors and Managers to meet quality, delivery and cost objectives. You would also be expected to Mentor and share best practices with less experienced colleagues.

You will comply with the company’s safety, environmental and quality policies at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The job holder is required to be competent in all processes within their respective Department
• The job holder is aware of all relevant procedures as per company policy that apply to the position
• Understand the scheduling list to ensure the correct components are being produced throughout the manufacturing unit
• You would also be expected to Mentor and share best practices with less experienced colleagues and ensure that Company Policies and Procedures are adhered to
• Take a pro-active approach to HSE
• Ensure Material availability at each process step
• Co-ordinate resources to ensure priorities are met
• Communicate and action Cell Performance incl. HSE, Quality and Output
• Ensure Tier 0 & Tier 1 are maintained and up to date
• Ensure effective TPM/6S activities are completed and maintained
• Undertake in-line evaluation and measurement of product within the Finishing department
• Carry out machine set ups and adjustments as required
• Cover breaks, absence throughout production when required
• Liaise with the Shift Technician to ensure any equipment faults or instances of poor quality are investigated, resolved in a timely fashion
• Ensure any issues beyond their control are escalated to their Supervisor
• Cover for the Shift Supervisor in their absence, to include, Production data input (OEE, Daily Output Reports), lead daily LDMS meeting, attend weekly Operations meeting (when on shift). Carry out Return to Work Interviews, be the responsible person on shift
• Carry out other duties where trained, requested by the Production Supervisor or Production Manager

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required and
• Bachelor's Degree or working towards preferred

Qualifications/ Skills/ Abilities:

Minimum

• ILM Level 2 Supervisory Skills
• Experience of working in and operating manufacturing equipment/machinery
• Full knowledge of products and their functions
• Experienced in guiding a team
• Competent in written and verbal use of the English language
• Competent in basic numeracy
• Basic computer literacy

Desirable

• Technical Operator apprenticeship or similar
• Level 3 IOSH Managing Safely
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in the English language
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in numeracy
• ECDL qualification

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Self motivated to drive performance and continuous improvement
• A team player and team leader
• Work independently and autonomously
• Develop working relationships across all levels of the business
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrates a can-do attitude

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Heavy-Exerting up to 100lbs/45kg of force occasionally and/or up to 50lb/22kg of force frequently, and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

• Fully trained in operating all equipment within the Production area
• Trained in in-line evaluation of product
• Be able to organise labour and self to work effectively
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and Environmental working practices

Shift

Monday - Friday;

3 Shift rotation - Weekly

05.00-13.00

13.00-21.00

21.00-05.00

With occasional overtime opportunities available where required for business needs; on Saturdays and Sundays

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening and/or drug screening.