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Production Team Leader

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 16.14 - 18.73 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent Temporary
Location: Altham, Lancashire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Proactive Personnel are currently looking for a Production Team Leader to join our client’s Production Department on a temp to perm basis.
This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone with previous leadership experience and a good understanding of manufacturing and assembly operations.
Responsibilities:
  * Leading and supervising a production cell and ensuring the team meets daily production targets.
  * Allocating tasks and responsibilities to production operators.
  * Training, coaching and supporting team members to improve their skills and performance.
  * Monitoring attendance, timekeeping, holidays and sickness in line with company procedures.
  * Dealing with employee concerns and maintaining discipline within the team.
  * Ensuring production schedules and targets are achieved.
  * Making sure all required production documentation is completed correctly using the ERP system.
  * Ensuring raw materials are available and stock levels are maintained within the cell.
  * Monitoring production processes to ensure quality, efficiency and productivity targets are met.
  * Reporting machinery breakdowns and equipment issues promptly using Workmate.
  * Ensuring all quality procedures and specifications are followed.
  * Carrying out first-off inspections and regular quality checks where required.
  * Promoting a safe working environment and ensuring employees follow Health & Safety procedures and use the correct PPE.
  * Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and supporting Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
Candidate Requirements:
  * Previous leadership or supervisory experience, ideally within a manufacturing or assembly environment.
  * Good understanding of manufacturing and production operations.
  * Experience with Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing would be advantageous.
  * Good awareness of Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures.
  * Knowledge of Syspro ERP or a similar system would be advantageous.
  * Strong communication, computer and organisational skills.
  * A proactive, enthusiastic and hands-on approach to work.
  * Flexible attitude to working hours and changing cells when required.
  * A strong commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, safety and customer satisfaction.
1 x 4 day Earlies - Mon-Thurs 6am-6pm 48hrs
1 x 3 day Earlies – Fri-Sun 6am-6pm 36hrs
1 x 3 day Lates – Fri-Sun 6pm-6am 36hrs
Hourly rate will vary depending on shift pattern.
If you are interested please apply NOW

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