Manufacturing Team Leader

Jackson Hogg is working with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit a Manufacturing Team Leader for their Electrical Production site based in Melsonby. This role is ideal for a strong hands-on operator who enjoys leading by example on the shop floor. You’ll spend the majority of your time actively involved in production, while also supporting, guiding and coordinating a small team of assembly operators to ensure daily targets are met safely and efficiently. The Role As a Manufacturing Team Leader, you will work closely with the Production Manager to support daily operations. Approximately 60% of the role will be hands-on production, with the remaining 40% focused on coordinating people, quality and workflow. You’ll act as the go-to person on shift, helping to keep production running smoothly while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and delivery. Key responsibilities include: * Carrying out hands-on electro-mechanical assembly and production work * Leading and supporting a team of assembly operators on a day-to-day basis * Coordinating daily tasks in line with production plans * Overseeing Traffic Controller production, testing and basic quality checks * Supporting safety and quality standards across the team * Assisting with problem-solving and production issues as they arise * Promoting Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities * Supporting training, development and motivation of team members * Acting as a communication link between operators and management What We’re Looking For * Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience in an electro-mechanical production or assembly environment * Experience acting as a Lead Operator, Senior Operator or informal team lead * Strong practical problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset * Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement principles * Comfortable planning tasks and following documented processes * Basic IT skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) * A hands-on, lead-from-the-front approach What’s On Offer * Salary up to £32,000 per year DOE * 25 days holiday, rising to 28 days (excluding bank holidays) * Option to buy additional annual leave * Your birthday off * Employee discounts portal (Perkbox) * Generous employer pension contributions * Employee Assistance Programme * Life assurance * Supportive working environment with genuine development opportunities