Production Team Leader
$35,000–$35,000 year
On-siteDarlaston, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Lead a shift team of 10 to 20 employees in an assembly and machining environment, ensuring all members conform to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies. Maintain the production schedule to ensure on-time delivery, monitor machine outputs, and adjust labour resources based on changing customer demand. Conduct first-day assessments, maintain training matrices, and enforce standard work procedures while upholding 5S standards and TPM activities. Use SAP ERP and DMP systems to monitor stock levels, customer demand, and OEE performance, reporting hourly. Plan changeovers to minimize downtime and escalate performance or conduct issues as required.
Required Qualifications
- ILM Level 2 qualification (or equivalent)
- IOSH Safety Management knowledge or certification
- Minimum 3 years' supervisory experience within a manufacturing or production environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- knowledge of 5S, the 7 Wastes, SMED, and TPM methodologies
- Proactive, can-do attitude with a strong desire to deliver excellence within the area of responsibility
- Commitment to supporting and leading continuous improvement activities, including quality improvement, waste reduction, and changeover optimization
- Flexible approach to support changing business and operational requirements
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels
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