Production Team Leader

W Talent are now seeking to recruit a highly motivated Production Team Leader to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Derby. This is a days-based role, working four days a week (Monday to Thursday), and will play a key part in supporting the Production Managers with the day-to-day running of operations, driving team performance, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Company Information

Based in Derby and easily commutable from areas such as Alfreton, Mansfield, Long Eaton, Borrowash, and Castle Donington, my client is part of a group of established businesses specialising in the manufacture of high-quality products supplied across a variety of industries. With a strong portfolio of trusted brands developed through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the business is now looking to expand its leadership team with the appointment of two new Production Team Leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be manging a team of 10-20 employees with full accountability of daily performance including KPI deliverables.
• You will be responsible for making key production decisions in the absence of the Production manager.
• You will have responsibility of all areas of the production facility and give clear and consistent information to other team members.
• You will monitor and support new team members and help to identify training and development.
• Support the production team in completing production tasks and deliver shift handover process including all shift reporting documentation.
• Work closely with the Quality team to manage any product defects including implementing root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor and manage absence and lateness levels, disciplinary matters, holiday allocation and sickness cover.

Key Requirements

To apply for Production Team Leader position in Derby you will ideally have 5+ years Team Leader or Supervisory experience with the ability to drive manufacturing improvements. Additionally, you will need to hold a IOSH or NEBOSH qualification and possess some knowledge or experience within one of the following sectors: manufacturing, food, chemical or fast paced working environment.

Other Requirements

• Strong influencer who can effectively communicate at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong leadership skills and focussed on training & development of production employees.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing industry and the pressures associated with high volume manufacturing.
• Forward thinking and pro-active approach
• Positive and professional attitude with the ability to motivate a team.
• Knowledge of risk assessment procedures.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.

Key Benefits Package

• Days Based working Monday to Thursday (Fridays Off).
• Salary 30,000 to 37,000.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Excellent working environment.
• Subsidised Gym Membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Training and Development Programmes.

For more information about this fantastic opportunity, please don't hesitate to get in touch with Glyn Dobb at W Talent. Glyn will be happy to provide further details, answer any questions, and guide you through the application process.