Team Leader 1st Shift

Rittal Limited; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Life insurance 3 x your salary

Pension contributions matched to 5%

Westfield Health provision

Smart Spending platform

Companywide bonus

Job summary

Rittal-CSM Ltd in Plymouth, Devon, is seeking a Team Leader for the 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 07:00–15:00). The role leads a production team, drives safe, efficient manufacturing, and delivers high‑quality enclosures.

You will coach and motivate staff, coordinate shift handovers, maintain records (including SAP), and contribute to continuous improvement. Manufacturing experience helps, but strong leadership and people management are essential.

Qualifications

• Supervisory Management Level 2 or equivalent.
• Experience in people management.
• Experience in problem solving and supporting continuous improvement.
• Health & Safety training for Managers and Supervisors.
• Training in key leadership and people-management topics.
• Recognising the value of your team.
• CMI Level 3 or equivalent.
• Mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Lean manufacturing / Quality systems training.
• Experience using SAP or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team to ensure smooth and efficient production flow.
• Ensure materials, components, and information are available and correctly processed throughout the shift.
• Maintain strong shop floor presence, promoting safety, quality, and adherence to company standards.
• Coordinate shift handovers and communicate effectively with other Team Leaders and departments.
• Monitor performance, resolve issues, and elevate when needed to achieve daily targets.
• Oversee equipment checks, housekeeping standards, and support continuous improvement activities.
• Update records, audits, and systems (including SAP) accurately and on time.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Problem solving

Health & Safety

Leadership training

Team recognition

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Team Leader 1st Shift Shift Pattern 1st Shift: Monday to Friday 07.00 – 15.00 Location: Rittal-CSM Ltd, Plymouth, Devon Salary: £19.48 per hour Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Are you ready to take your career to the next level? At Rittal-CSM, we believe in driving innovation and excellence. Our clients include some of the […]

Shift Pattern 1 st Shift: Monday to Friday 07.00 – 15.00

Salary:
£19.48 per hour

Contract Type:
Permanent, Full-time

Are you ready to take your career to the next level?

At Rittal-CSM, we believe in driving innovation and excellence. Our clients include some of the world’s leading technology companies’ major players in software, hardware, and cloud computing.

About Us

We specialise in enclosures, climate control systems, power distribution, and IT infrastructure for industrial and IT applications. Our success is built on a diverse and talented workforce.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Team Leader to join our Production team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in supporting our high‑performing manufacturing operations.

As a Team Leader, you will play a key part in driving our mission of delivering excellence in the manufacture of our enclosures. You’ll guide and support your team, help maintain safe and efficient processes, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

Manufacturing experience is helpful but not essential. We are primarily looking for strong leadership capability, someone who can motivate, organise, and develop a team effectively. If you bring excellent people‑management skills and a proactive approach, we can teach you the technical side.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team to ensure smooth and efficient production flow.
• Ensure materials, components, and information are available and correctly processed throughout the shift.
• Maintain strong shop floor presence, promoting safety, quality, and adherence to company standards.
• Coordinate shift handovers and communicate effectively with other Team Leaders and departments.
• Monitor performance, resolve issues, and elevate when needed to achieve daily targets.
• Oversee equipment checks, housekeeping standards, and support continuous improvement activities.
• Update records, audits, and systems (including SAP) accurately and on time.

Qualifications & Experience

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. To succeed, you’ll bring:

Essential:

• Supervisory Management Level 2 (or similar).
• Experience of people management.
• Experience in problem solving and supporting continuous improvement activities.
• Health & Safety training for Managers and Supervisors.
• Training in key leadership and people‑management topics
• Recognising the Value of Your Team

Desirable:

• Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 3 or equivalent.
• Mechanical Engineering knowledge.
• Lean Manufacturing / Quality Systems training.
• Experience using SAP or similar systems.

What We Value

• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively across diverse teams.
• Training: Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Communication: Clear and confident communication at all levels.
• Recognition: Respect for diverse perspectives and contributions.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to make a real impact
• Room for innovation and creativity
• Career growth and development
• Collaborative, supportive environment
• Recognition and rewards

Rewards Package

• A companywide bonus based on attendance, productivity and quality
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing scheme
• Life insurance 3 x your salary
• Pension contributions matched to 5%
• Access to our Westfield Health provision
• Access to our Smart Spending platform

Closing Date: Wednesday 7th October 2026

Interview Date: TBC

We will review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. As a result, the vacancy may close at any time once a suitable candidate is found.

If you have applied for this role within the last six months, please do not reapply as your application has already been reviewed.

Rittal-CSM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Please Note: As part of our commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the safety of our employees, all prospective employees will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a sanction list check. These checks are essential to ensure that all candidates meet our stringent safety and compliance standards.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK