Production Team Leader
Posted 1 day ago by Hays
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Londonderry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Production Team Leader at a well-established manufacturing organization in Derry/Londonderry, known for its commitment to quality and safety. The position involves coordinating manufacturing processes, leading a team, and ensuring production efficiency while maintaining high standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in production, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Opportunities for professional development and involvement in special projects are available within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and control manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production.
- Lead a team of operatives and manage schedules.
- Oversee production standards and implement quality control programs.
- Mentor team members and manage performance.
- Facilitate team communications and liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders.
Key Skills:
- Solid experience in production and manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of raw materials, quality systems, and health and safety compliance.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Bachelor's degree is desirable.
- Computer literacy and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
- Flexible approach to work.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Londonderry
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Your new company This is a great opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Derry/Londonderry. Operating on a 24/7 shift pattern, the company is known for its commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. With a collaborative and performance-driven culture, it offers a dynamic environment for professionals looking to lead and grow within a fast-paced production setting.
Your new role As a Production Team Leader, you will be responsible for coordinating and controlling manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production at the right cost and quality. Reporting to the Shift Performance Manager, you'll lead a team of operatives, manage schedules, oversee production standards, and implement quality control programs. You'll also be involved in mentoring, performance management, team communications, and liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders to drive operational success.
What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you'll need solid experience in production and manufacturing processes, along with knowledge of raw materials, quality systems, health and safety compliance, and business management principles. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and collaboratively. A bachelor's degree is desirable, and you should be computer-literate with a proactive, problem-solving mindset and a flexible approach to work.
What you'll get in return You'll join a company that values professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The role offers the chance to lead within a supportive environment, with opportunities for development and involvement in special projects. You'll be part of a team that prioritises safety, quality, and performance, having a meaningful impact on production outcomes.
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