Production Team Leader

Production Team Leader

Location: Plymouth, Devon
Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 OTE
Shifts: Alternating Shifts

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Production Team Leader to join a leading manufacturing business in Plymouth. Due to continued growth, the team is expanding offering an exciting opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a high-performing production environment.
As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your team, driving performance across safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. You will play a pivotal role in aligning team output with broader business goals and ensuring operational excellence on shift.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a production team to achieve output, quality, and efficiency targets
Oversee shift performance, monitor progress, and implement recovery plans when required
Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles (e.g. SMED, waste reduction, standard work)
Promote a collaborative, cross-functional approach with departments such as Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Planning
Develop, motivate, and engage team members through coaching, performance reviews, and regular 1:1s
Lead daily and weekly communications including toolbox talks and performance updates
Take ownership of health & safety, ensuring full compliance with policies, procedures, and best practice
Manage quality standards, root cause analysis, and drive improvements to reduce scrap and defects
Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of team members
Contribute to operational and financial targets including cost control and productivity improvements

About You

Essential:

Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams in a manufacturing or production environment
Strong understanding of production KPIs, quality standards, and performance management
Experience implementing continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing techniques
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a hands-on leadership style
Strong problem-solving abilities using techniques such as 5 Whys or 8D
Knowledge of health & safety compliance within a production settingDesirable:

ILM/CMI Level 3 or similar leadership qualification
Experience with SAP or similar MRP systems
Understanding of Lean tools, Six Sigma, or structured improvement methodologies
IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or willingness to obtain)

What's in it for You?

Competitive salary with a generous shift premium
Opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing business
Clear progression and development opportunities
Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives and modern manufacturing practices
A collaborative and supportive working environmentInterested? Contact Chris Henry on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to find out more or apply today!

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