Production Team Leader

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Coalville
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£30,045 / year
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Leadership Communication Problem Solving IT Skills FLT driving Health & Safety Team Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

T&K Associates are currently recruiting on behalf of our Client in Coalville for a Production Team Leader to join their team on a Permanent basis. Our Client is a market leader within their industry and with an expanding product range it is a fantastic time to join their business and be part of a friendly team.  As the Production Team Leader you will be based within the Operations Department and provide guidance & leadership to personnel within Production, comply with Health, Safety, Environment and Quality requirements and in line with the business’ commitment to its customer’s.

Responsibilities

  • To work in conjunction with the Production Manager and maintain a high-quality output of products
  • Complete daily and weekly equipment inspections and reporting of defects
  • Motivate & develop team members to meet targets, while still retaining a hands-on approach
  • Ability to complete administrative tasks such as Return to work interviews, Incident reports and Quality checks on product
  • Ensure effective planning of workload to achieve KPI’s
  • Assist in employee training ensuring Standard Operating Procedures are always adhered to
  • Report any product defects in a timely manner to the appropriate business personalities
  • Intervene when necessary to resolve any staff issues
  • Keep the management team informed of any problems arising with plant and machinery
  • Understudy the Production Manager in their absence
  • Ensure the business Health & Safety polices are followed and that suitable procedures are in place to minimise risks
  • Ensure that correct PPE is being used and remains fit for use by all employees working
  • Be the responsible individual on site during times of Overtime
  • To ensure all Standard Operating Procedures, work processes and associated Risk Assessments are accurate, in date and regularly reviewed
  • Uphold Health, Safety, Environment and Quality standards within Production and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and skills development

Person specification/Qualification

  • Demonstrate leadership skills to manage staff in a variety of situations
  • Be able to communicate at different levels both verbal and written
  • Competent IT Skills (Microsoft office 365)
  • Ideally FLT driving experience
  • Be able to operate effectively in a high-volume service driven environment
  • Be able to demonstrate problem solving skills
  • Maintain and enhance effective working relationships
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