Production Team Leader

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Production Team Leader
?? Great Yarmouth, UK
?? Full Time
?? £Competitive + Excellent Benefits
?? Must be eligible for Security Clearance (SC)
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity for a people-focused Production Team Leader to play a key role within a high-performance manufacturing environment.
Working closely with the Production Manager, youll lead from the front on the shop floordriving team engagement, embedding Lean practices, and delivering a safe, efficient, and high-quality production operation. This role is ideal for someone passionate about developing others, improving processes, and shaping a positive, high-performing culture.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
Ensure people and resources are effectively deployed to meet production targets and business objectives
Support delivery of manufacturing throughput, identifying bottlenecks, risks, and constraints
Monitor daily production activities and escalate issues where required
Ensure adherence to manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
Contribute to daily production meetings with clear updates on work status
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, coach, and support a team within a production environment
Conduct performance management activities including one-to-ones, appraisals, and return-to-work meetings
Drive engagement, accountability, and a positive team culture
Support training, multi-skilling, and development planning across the team
Maintain training records and identify capability gaps
Performance & Reporting
Own and report on key production metrics (e.g. SPQCD boards, ERP systems)
Support tiered meetings and provide accurate performance data
Monitor team output against targets and take corrective action where needed
Continuous Improvement
Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the production area
Embed Lean principles, 5S practices, and visual management
Use data to drive decision-making and improve efficiency
Support structured problem-solving activities (e.g. 5 Whys, root cause analysis)
About You
Leadership & People Skills
Proven experience in a supervisory or team leadership role within manufacturing
Ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members
Confident managing performance and driving behavioural standards
Operational & Technical
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflow planning
Ability to identify and resolve production issues proactively
Experience with production reporting tools and performance metrics
Communication & Collaboration
Clear communicator, confident leading team briefings and meetings
Able to work cross-functionally and escalate issues effectively
Continuous Improvement
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and 5S methodologies
Experience with structured problem-solving approaches (e.g. 5 Whys, PDCA)
Data-driven mindset with strong organisational skills
Additional Requirements
Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC) is essential
Flexible approach to working patterns to support operational needs
Whats on Offer
£Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Flexible working options including a 9-day fortnight and early finish Fridays
Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
Health cash plan and wellbeing support services
Pension scheme with employer contribution
Life assurance
Access to retail, leisure, and gym discounts
Employee assistance programme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Relocation support available

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Location:
Great Yarmouth
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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