Production Team Leader – Nottingham
Salary: £33,000 – £40,000 plus overtime
Location: Nottingham
Contract: Permanent, full-time
A growing manufacturer in the Nottingham area is looking for a Production Team Leader to join its busy, fast-paced production floor. It's a hands-on role for someone who enjoys leading people, hitting targets and making things run a little better every day. The business is investing in its people and offers a clear route to Supervisor for the right person.
The role
- Lead, motivate and develop a team of 10–15 production operators.
- Allocate work across the team to meet daily output, quality and safety targets.
- Run effective shift handovers and keep production records accurate and up to date.
- Coach the team on standard work, 5S and continuous improvement.
- Spot and escalate downtime, quality and people issues, and help to resolve them quickly.
- Act as the first point of contact for your team, keeping communication open between the shop floor and management.
About you
- Experience as a Team Leader, Charge Hand or Lead Operator in a manufacturing environment.
- A good understanding of health and safety and quality procedures.
- A clear, confident communicator who earns respect on the shop floor.
- Comfortable using ERP systems and Excel. Experience of Lean is a plus.
- A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to lead by example.
What's on offer
- Overtime opportunities
- Company pension
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Ongoing training and development
- A clear progression route to Production Supervisor
Production Team Leader in Nottingham employer: Checked Recruitment Careers
As an Operations Manager at our established industrial components manufacturing company near Nuneaton, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the aerospace, automotive, and defence sectors. We pride ourselves on fostering a positive work culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement, while offering competitive remuneration and clear career progression opportunities as we embark on exciting capital projects. Join us to lead operations in a growing business where your contributions will directly impact our success and growth.
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