Production Team Leader

We are currently looking for an experienced Flow Team Leader to join our Manufacturing team. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving performance across designated production cells, ensuring we consistently deliver against our Safety, People, Quality, Volume and Cost (SPQVC) objectives.

Reporting to the Value Stream Manager, with a secondary reporting line to the Head of Production, you will play a critical role in embedding Lean manufacturing principles, engaging and developing teams, and supporting the delivery of factory targets.

The Role

As a Flow Team Leader, you will provide strong, visible leadership across your production area, guiding Cell Leaders, Setters and Operators to achieve operational excellence. You will champion a proactive safety culture, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency are maintained.

You will lead by example, creating an engaged and motivated workforce while supporting the wider manufacturing strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Safety

Lead and promote a proactive safety culture with zero tolerance for non-compliance
Carry out regular safety walks and ensure risk assessments are reviewed and updated
Investigate incidents and near misses promptly and thoroughly
Drive correct PPE usage and safe working standards at all times
People

Lead and manage a team of circa 30 direct reports
Drive high levels of attendance, engagement, and performance
Manage absence, holidays, and performance in line with HR policies
Ensure all team members are fully inducted, trained, and supported
Coach, develop, and mentor team members, identifying opportunities for growth
Deliver statutory, mandatory, and role-specific training
Quality

Embed a ‘Built in Quality’ culture across all production cells
Reduce quality losses through root-cause problem solving (e.g. 5 Whys)
Maintain and improve SOPs and standard work
Participate in and drive weekly quality reviews
Volume

Ensure production targets are clearly communicated and understood
Drive OEE improvement and capacity utilisation
Ensure accurate and timely shift reporting
Champion Lean initiatives to maximise output and yield
Cost

Drive waste reduction and cost improvement using Lean methodologies
Manage overtime and worked hours within agreed CPU targets
Identify and deliver margin improvement opportunities
What We’re Looking For

Essential

Proven leadership experience (5+ years) within a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and OEE
IOSH General Certificate
Leadership qualification (Level 3 or equivalent)
GCSE English (Grade C or above)
Strong people management, coaching, and communication skills
A results-driven, ethical leader who remains calm under pressure
Desirable

Leadership qualification Level 4 or above
IOSH for Managers
Practical experience delivering improvement projects
Advanced IT skills and report writing ability
Why Join Us?

Competitive Salary
31 days holiday (increasing with service within 2 years), plus an additional paid day for your birthday with the option to buy more holiday via salary sacrifice
Pension – with up to 4 x salary & income protection, with the option to potentially save on tax and National Insurance via our salary sacrifice arrangement
Comprehensive health & well-being benefits including access to in-house occupational health & well-being resources, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance programme, & mental health resources
Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products
Salary sacrifice benefits – enjoy perks such as pension, cycle to work, electric car purchase, and additional annual leave, while potentially reducing your tax and NI contributions
Career development and continuous learning opportunities
Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of “Succeed Together” we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the ‘best person for the job’ regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees