At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic manufacturing team to achieve production targets and improve performance.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, 33 days holiday, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Opportunities for training, career growth, and relocation assistance available.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by developing a high-performing team in a vibrant environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in leading teams and a strong understanding of production processes.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Production Team Leader to lead a manufacturing team within our production environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supervisor or team leader who enjoys being on the shop floor, developing people, improving performance, and creating a positive, accountable team culture.
As Production Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day performance of your manufacturing area, ensuring production targets, safety, quality, and operational standards are consistently achieved.
What You'll Be Doing
- Production & Operational Performance
- Lead daily production activities to ensure delivery targets are achieved.
- Monitor performance, identify issues, and take corrective action.
- Lead Tier 1 meetings and provide clear performance updates.
- Maintain accurate production and performance data through operational systems and visual management tools.
- People Leadership
- Lead, coach and support a production team to achieve high standards.
- Set clear expectations and hold individuals accountable for performance and behaviours.
- Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews and development discussions.
- Training & Workforce Development
- Ensure team members are trained, competent and multi-skilled.
- Build flexibility and resilience within the team through coaching and training.
- Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Champion a strong safety-first culture and ensure compliance with quality and manufacturing standards.
- Lead problem-solving and continuous improvement activities that increase efficiency, throughput, quality and equipment reliability.
This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in developing a high-performing manufacturing team while helping shape the culture, capability and operational performance of the business. You'll work closely with production leadership and have the opportunity to influence improvements, develop people and make a visible impact on site performance.
What We Can Offer You
- Flexible working practices - we work a 9-day fortnight, offer flexitime, and work a half day Friday
- 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
- Private healthcare
- Health cash plan - cash back for everyday health expenses
- Additional benefits including access to 24/7 remote GP services, physiotherapy consultations and gym discounts
- Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions
- Life assurance - 4 x annual salary
- Reward and recognition platform
- Discount platform - retail, leisure, gym discounts and more
- Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services
- Support for further training and education
- Relocation assistance up to 8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us
Security Clearance: Candidates must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC).
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Locations
Manufacturing Lead/ Supervisor in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk employer: APITech
At our Great Yarmouth location, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. We offer flexible working practices, generous holiday allowances, and a comprehensive health cash plan, ensuring our employees are well-supported both personally and professionally. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to operational excellence, we empower our team to lead transformative projects while enjoying a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
