Manufacturing Team Leader

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Team Leader to join a growing manufacturing operation in Surrey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production professional with a background in food manufacturing, brewing, fermentation, beverage production, dairy, biotechnology or other process manufacturing environments.

The successful candidate will lead a small manufacturing team and play an important role in day-to-day production, process improvement and the continued development of manufacturing operations.

Pharmaceutical experience is not required.

The Role

As Manufacturing Team Leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership to a small production team, ensuring manufacturing activities are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

You will be a hands-on leader, supporting production activities while providing direction, technical guidance and support to the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a small team of up to 2–3 Manufacturing Operators
Coordinate daily production activities and allocate work
Ensure manufacturing schedules and production targets are achieved
Operate and oversee manufacturing and process equipment
Support fermentation, media preparation and manufacturing activities
Ensure equipment is prepared, operated and cleaned correctly
Monitor production performance, quality and process compliance
Ensure production records and documentation are completed accurately
Provide technical guidance and support to team members
Train, coach and develop less experienced manufacturing personnel
Identify and resolve day-to-day operational issues
Support equipment troubleshooting and process investigations
Maintain high standards of health and safety, hygiene and contamination control
Ensure procedures and quality standards are followed
Support GMP and other relevant manufacturing requirements
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement
Promote a positive culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Minimum 3 years' manufacturing experience
Previous experience as a Team Leader, Supervisor or Senior Operator
Strong background in production or process manufacturing
Experience within food, brewing, fermentation, beverage, dairy, biotechnology or similar environments
Good understanding of manufacturing processes and process control
Strong health and safety awareness
Experience working to quality systems and documented procedures
Proven leadership and communication skills
Experience supporting, training or mentoring a small team
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
A hands-on and proactive approach to manufacturing
Flexibility to work evenings, nights and weekends

What We Offer

Up to £25 per hour, depending on experience
Initial 3-month fixed-term contract
Potential for extension or permanent opportunities
Opportunity to develop your leadership experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
Hands-on role with genuine responsibility
Support and training provided
If you're an experienced Manufacturing Team Leader, Production Supervisor or Senior Production Operator looking for your next opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and we will be in touch to discuss the role further
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed