About the Role
We’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Team Leader to support the daily operation of our fast-paced state -of-the-art manufacturing facility. You’ll lead a small team of operators, ensure safe and efficient production, and help maintain the highest standards of quality and housekeeping.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the shop floor, solving problems in real time, and driving continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support a team of production operators across your shift.
- Ensure safe operation of all machinery and strict adherence to site H&S standards.
- Monitor production performance, output, and product quality.
- Complete daily checks, shift reports, and escalate issues when needed.
- Coordinate material flow, machine changeovers, and maintain high housekeeping standards.
- Train, coach, and develop team members.
- Work closely with Maintenance & Operations Management to minimise downtime and maximise throughput.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and work instructions.
About You
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, processing, or industrial environment.
- Proven people leadership or supervisory experience (Team Leader, Lead Operator or similar)
- Strong understanding of health & safety and safe working practices
- Confident decision-maker with good communication skills
- Organised, proactive, and able to work under pressure
- Positive attitude and commitment to high standards of quality, housekeeping, and teamwork.
- Experience in with FLT, Telehandler and MEWP’s would be advantageous.
What you will receive
- Salary/Pay Rate: £34,385 pa.
- Working pattern: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rotating shift basis: 6am – 2pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 6am.
- Leave: 28 days (including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown)
- Monthly health and wellbeing allowance to be used for activities that enhance your wellbeing
- Friendly and supportive culture which puts people at the heart of the company
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Employee referral programme
- Paid leave to undertake volunteering activities
- A focus on professional and personal development opportunities
- Christmas shutdown
- Regular training in new equipment and processes
To apply
If you feel you have what it takes to be our new Shift Team Leader send your CV and covering letter to careers@plattmail.co.uk
