Team Leader - Manufacturing

Candidate Source; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is looking for a skilled Team Leader in Coventry. You will supervise a team of operators to ensure production targets are met while adhering to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has prior manufacturing leadership experience, understands lean principles, and possesses strong communication skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment as a team leader or in a supervisory role.
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations and lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to analyse performance metrics and take corrective action.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate a team to achieve production targets.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety and quality standards.
• Monitor workflow and manage shift handovers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

Team Leader - Manufacturing
Location: Coventry
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (with occasional shift flexibility)
Reports to: Production / Operations Manager

The Role

We are looking for a skilled Team Leader with hands-on manufacturing experience. You'll lead a small team of operators, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and motivate a team of operators to achieve daily & weekly production targets.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety, quality, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
• Monitor workflow, assign tasks, manage shift handovers, and make sure processes run smoothly.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Quality teams to resolve issues quickly and minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of production, inspections, and team performance.
• Provide feedback and performance reviews, identifying training needs.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment as a team leader or supervisory role.
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations and lean manufacturing / continuous improvement principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to analyse performance metrics and take corrective action.
• Flexible approach to shifts/workload demands.

Desirable:

• Experience with (or knowledge of) specific manufacturing equipment/processes relevant to our business.
• Use of manufacturing software / MES / ERP / quality management systems.
• Training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear pathways for career advancement.
• Supportive working environment that values your input.
• Full package of benefits (pension, holidays, etc).