Production Team Leader - Nights

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Brandon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skills development

Career progression

Job summary

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd in Brandon is seeking a Production Team Leader for a night shift role. You will lead a small team, operate production lines and ensure targets for quality, output and efficiency are met. The role requires hands-on leadership, strong safety standards and proactive issue resolution.

The position offers night and weekend shifts with development opportunities and career progression within a growing manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a small team in a production environment.
• Able to operate production machinery and carry out changeovers.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and GMP requirements.
• Hands-on, proactive leadership with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and manage routine changeovers.
• Lead, organise and support a small team of Production Operators.
• Meet daily targets for quality, output and efficiency.
• Monitor line performance and report issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Ensure activities comply with Health & Safety and GMP standards.
• Record downtime, output, changeovers and quality checks.
• Train and develop new team members for a skilled workforce.
• Identify opportunities for production process improvements.
• Act as main contact for the team during shifts.
• Support the Production Supervisor as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Production equipment operation

Job description

Production Team Leader

Location: Brandon

Reports to: Production Supervisor

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Production Team Leader to join a busy and growing manufacturing environment in Brandon.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and carry out regular changeovers as required.
• Lead, organise and support a small team of Production Operators.
• Ensure daily production targets for quality, output and efficiency are achieved.
• Monitor line performance and report any issues or concerns to the Production Supervisor.
• Ensure all production activities are carried out in line with Health & Safety and GMP standards.
• Complete shift handovers and maintain accurate production records, including downtime, output, changeovers and quality checks.
• Train, support and develop new team members to help build a skilled and flexible workforce.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support improvements to production processes.
• Act as the main point of contact for the team during the shift.
• Provide support to the Production Supervisor as required.

Working Hours

Night shift: Monday to Thursday, 18:00-06:00

Multiple shift options are available depending on business requirements.

Salary

Night shift: £14.00 per hour

Weekend Shifts: £14.00 per hour

The company also offers opportunities for skills development, training and career progression.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing or machine operator role.
• Previous experience of leading or supporting a team would be highly beneficial.
• Confident operating production machinery and carrying out changeovers.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot basic equipment or production issues.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety and GMP requirements.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
• A hands-on leadership style with a positive and supportive attitude.
• Ability to take ownership and help drive performance on shift.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Why Join?

• This is a great opportunity for an experienced Production Operator or existing Team Leader who is looking to take the next step in their career.
• You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, gain further technical experience and progress within a growing manufacturing environment.