Production Team Leader

Production Team LeaderLocation: Plymouth, Devon Salary: 36,000 - 42,000 OTE Shifts: Alternating ShiftsAbout the RoleWe are recruiting for a Production Team Leader to join a leading manufacturing business in Plymouth. Due to continued growth, the team is expanding offering an exciting opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a high-performing production environment.As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your team, driving performance across safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. You will play a pivotal role in aligning team output with broader business goals and ensuring operational excellence on shift.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage a production team to achieve output, quality, and efficiency targetsOversee shift performance, monitor progress, and implement recovery plans when requiredDrive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles (e.g. SMED, waste reduction, standard work)Promote a collaborative, cross-functional approach with departments such as Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and PlanningDevelop, motivate, and engage team members through coaching, performance reviews, and regular 1:1sLead daily and weekly communications including toolbox talks and performance updatesTake ownership of health and safety, ensuring full compliance with policies, procedures, and best practiceManage quality standards, root cause analysis, and drive improvements to reduce scrap and defectsSupport ..... full job details .....