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Production Team Leader

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 42,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Rochester

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Production Team Leader

Location: Rochester – only candidates who drive and have their own vehicle can be considered due to location and hours 

Package: £41,650 per annum + benefits

Hours: Monday - Thursday: 06:00 – 16:30, Friday: 06:00 – 14:30 (48 hours weekly)

Some flexibility may occasionally be required to support wider operational activities.

Contact: Emily, Sammy or Ollie – Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

Are you an experienced manufacturing Team Leader who thrives on building high-performing teams, driving standards and getting the best from people?

We're working with a specialist engineering manufacturer that is looking to strengthen one of its key production areas with the appointment of a Production Team Leader. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take responsibility for a skilled team, ensuring production targets are achieved whilst maintaining exceptional standards of quality, safety and efficiency.

This opportunity would suit somebody who enjoys being visible on the shop floor, solving problems, improving processes and helping others develop.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading, motivating and supporting a team within a busy manufacturing environment
	
Coordinating daily production activities to ensure output and delivery requirements are achieved
	
Identifying opportunities to improve productivity, quality and workflow efficiency
	
Monitoring performance, attendance and resource planning across the department
	
Supporting training, coaching and development of team members
	
Working closely with wider operational teams to resolve issues and drive improvements
	
Maintaining accurate production records and operational documentation
	
Promoting a strong culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

Previous experience leading teams within a manufacturing or engineering environment
	
Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced setting
	
A practical, solutions-focused approach to problem solving
	
Confidence communicating with colleagues at all levels of the business
	
Experience working within quality-driven production environments
	
A proactive leadership style with the ability to motivate and engage others

Candidates from precision engineering, aerospace, automotive, foundry, metal processing, machining, fabrication or other technical manufacturing sectors are particularly encouraged to apply.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer investing in both its people and its operations. You'll be trusted to make a genuine impact, contribute to ongoing improvement projects and play an important role in shaping the performance and culture of your department.

If you're looking for a position that offers challenge, responsibility and long-term career prospects within a stable manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you

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