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Production Team Leader
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Rochester, Kent County, L337TJ, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-10
Listing for:
React Recruitment Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-10
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Negotiable, confirmed on phone call, with discretionary annual bonus Benefits: 25 days leave BH, rising to 27 days after 5 years, free parking, OT when available, Monthly pay, pension etc
Location:
Hoo, Rochester, Kent – having your own transport is essential
Hours:
Rotating shifts 6am to 2pm / 2pm to 10pm Possibility of night shift in the future Are you an experienced production supervisor or team leader with a strong technical mindset? Do you excel at driving a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement? The Production Section Leader will lead the day-to-day manufacturing operations. In this pivotal role, you will lead, coach, and develop an operational team to deliver production plans safely and efficiently within a highly regulated environment.
Production Section Leader key Responsibilities:
Operations Management:
Supervise day-to-day production operations to achieve shift targets, delivery schedules, and operational KPIs (OEE, yield, waste, and productivity). Safety & Compliance:
Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure absolute compliance with industry-specific standards (e.g., GMP/FDA, HSE/COMAH, or ISO requirements) and company SOPs. People Leadership:
Lead, coach, and onboard operators and technicians, managing shift resource planning, briefings, handovers, and performance management. Continuous Improvement:
Drive lean manufacturing initiatives using structured problem-solving tools (5S, 3C’s, 7 Wastes) and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maximize process reliability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to resolve process interruptions and optimize throughput. Production Section Leader essential criteria:
Proven supervisory or leadership experience managing teams within a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, chemical, automotive, or regulated production environment. Strongly engineering and technically minded, with the hands-on ability to set up and run plant equipment and automated systems. Practical knowledge of production KPIs, SOPs, safety procedures, and compliance requirements. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational capabilities. Production Section Leader desirable Criteria:
Experience working in GMP pharmaceutical, chemical process operations (COMAH), FMCG, or high-volume advanced manufacturing. Direct knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, CAPA, or deviation management. A Degree, HNC/HND, or apprenticeship in Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemical, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
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