Production Team Leader

Position: Production Team Leader (Permanent)
W Talent are now looking to recruit a Highly Motivated, Production Team Leader to join a large manufacturing company located in Derby. This position will be working Days Based, Monday to Thursday supporting the Production Manager with all aspects of daily manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.

Company Information

Located in Derby with businesses throughout the UK my client is a collection of businesses specialising in manufactured products supplied into a wide range of industries. My client has developed trusted brands and capabilities either through acquisition or organic growth and is now looking to recruit two new Production Team Leaders to join the management team.

Key Responsibilities

You will be manging a team of 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 Production 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 £35,000 to £40,000.
Contributory Pension Scheme.
Free on-site parking.
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