Production Team Leader



Production Team Leader
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 OTE
Shifts: Alternating Shifts
About the Role
We 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 Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a production team to achieve output, quality, and efficiency targets

  • Oversee shift performance, monitor progress, and implement recovery plans when required

  • Drive 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 Planning

  • Develop, motivate, and engage team members through coaching, performance reviews, and regular 1:1s

  • Lead daily and weekly communications including toolbox talks and performance updates

  • Take ownership of health & safety, ensuring full compliance with policies, procedures, and best practice

  • Manage quality standards, root cause analysis, and drive improvements to reduce scrap and defects

  • Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of team members

  • Contribute to operational and financial targets including cost control and productivity improvements


About You
Essential:

  • Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams in a manufacturing or production environment

  • Strong understanding of production KPIs, quality standards, and performance management

  • Experience implementing continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing techniques

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a hands-on leadership style

  • Strong problem-solving abilities using techniques such as 5 Whys or 8D

  • Knowledge of health & safety compliance within a production setting


Desirable:

  • ILM/CMI Level 3 or similar leadership qualification

  • Experience with SAP or similar MRP systems

  • Understanding of Lean tools, Six Sigma, or structured improvement methodologies

  • IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or willingness to obtain)


What's in it for You?

  • Competitive salary with a generous shift premium

  • Opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing business

  • Clear progression and development opportunities

  • Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives and modern manufacturing practices

  • A collaborative and supportive working environment



Interested? Contact Chris Henry on 01803 840 844 or email chris.henry@mego.co.uk to find out more or apply today!

Mego Employment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary staffing.


  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: NA
  • Rate: £36000 - £42000 per annum
  • Location: Plymouth, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Other
  • Recruiter: Edge Recruits
  • Contact: Chris Henry
  • Tel: 01803 840844
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  • Posted: 2026-07-10 11:38:54 -

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