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Production Leader
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Tayport, Fife
Expire in: 19 days
Job Description
Are you a dynamic, people-focused leader with a passion for operational excellence? Scott & Fyfe Ltd is seeking a driven and purposeful Production Leader to join our growing team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our production process, ensuring we deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. You will lead teams across a 24/7 operation, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
* Safety & Quality: Foster a culture of safety by enforcing procedures, conducting audits, and leading safety initiatives.
* Production Planning & Scheduling: Translate sales forecasts into actionable production plans, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring on-time delivery.
* Performance Management: Drive productivity improvement initiatives, monitor key metrics, and implement corrective actions to maximize efficiency.
* Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of 6 shift leaders, providing coaching, motivation, and performance feedback.
* Machine Uptime: Implement preventative maintenance routines and troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize machine availability.
* Communication & Collaboration: Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, effectively communicate production priorities, and keep stakeholders informed.
* Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements through data analysis and lean manufacturing principles, using formal root cause and corrective action tools.
Experience:
* Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing planning and work scheduling to ensure efficient production processes and timely delivery of products.
* Solid understanding of safety principles and best practices.
* Proven record of achieving production targets, managing budgets, and driving efficiency.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
* Excellent communication and people skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders within a small team.
* Data-driven approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
* ERP experience with material transactions and manufacturing processing – Sage, Oracle, or SAP.
* Proficient in Office 365 tools, presentation creation, and data analysis.
* Experience working within a 24/7 shift environment preferred.
Benefits:
* Chance to make a real impact on the success and profitability of the business.
* Competitive salary.
* Profit-related bonus scheme & contributory pension.
* Life assurance & share incentive plan.
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company.
* Collaborative and supportive work environment.
* Cycle to work scheme
* EV Car salary sacrifice scheme
* Flexible approach to hours of work within a 24/7 operation
If you are an enthusiastic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building high-performing teams we'd be keen to have an informal chat to discuss furtherBefore You Apply
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