Team Leader

Major Recruitment Wigan; Bryn; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing training and development

Permanent position for the right cand|

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Major Recruitment is seeking a Manufacturing Team Leader for its Ashton-in-Makerfield operation. The role oversees a fast-paced manufacturing team, driving daily production targets and maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The position offers rotating shifts (6:00am-2:00pm / 2:00pm-10:00pm, Mon-Fri) with a pay rate of £13.25 per hour. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience, strong leadership, and the ability to train and support staff to optimize daily outputs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading a team in manufacturing/production.
• Strong leadership and clear communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solving with a focus on quality and safety.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a team to achieve daily production targets.
• Ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor productivity and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Carry out team briefings and provide training and support where required.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Liaise with production management to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Complete production paperwork and reports accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Safety awareness

Job description

Manufacturing Team Leader

Location: Ashton-in-Makerfield

Shifts: Rotating shifts - 6:00am-2:00pm / 2:00pm-10:00pm, Monday to Friday

Pay Rate: £13.25 per hour

Major Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing Team Leader to join a busy and fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a team to achieve daily production targets.
• Ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor productivity and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Carry out team briefings and provide training and support where required.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Liaise with production management to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Complete production paperwork and reports accurately.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Team Leader or Supervisor role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage priorities effectively.
• Good problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Weekly pay.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunity for a permanent position for the right candidate.
• Supportive team environment