Production Manager

Production Team Leader / Supervisor

Manufacturing Environment | Days Shift | 42 Hours

We’re currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client for a Production Team Leader / Supervisor to join their operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, shop-floor environment and is passionate about driving team performance and continuous improvement.

This role offers a 70% shop-floor focus, with responsibility for leading a team of up to 12 employees while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of site operations.

Shift Pattern - 42 hours per week, Alternating weeks: 3 days / 4 days - 6:30am – 6:30pm shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for day-to-day manufacturing operations
• Lead, motivate and develop a team to achieve production and quality targets
• Coordinate production, storage and dispatch to maximise efficiency and output
• Monitor and drive performance against KPIs including output, quality and delivery
• Ensure machinery uptime by managing and escalating breakdowns effectivelyMaintain high standards across Health & Safety, quality and housekeeping
• Oversee stock control, including management of non-conforming products
• Support and drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellenceDeliver training and development to build team capability
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the business

What Our Client Is Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• A proactive, motivational management style with a hands-on approach
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with KPIs and driving performance improvements
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• IT literate

Desirable

• ILM Level 3–5 (or equivalent leadership qualification)
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role

The Opportunity

• Join a stable and growing manufacturing business
• Play a key role in driving operational performance
• Work in a leadership position with real autonomy and impact
• Be part of a company committed to continuous improvement

Salary £42,000