Manufacturing Team Leader

We are looking for an experienced and driven Manufacturing Team Leader to join our operations team.
Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you’ll take ownership of the safe, efficient and compliant running of the manufacturing area - ensuring our teams deliver on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets.

You’ll lead, coach and inspire a team of operators across Extrusion, Lamination, Print, Conversion, Warehousing, and Engineering to achieve high standards of performance, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in developing others.

Location: Elsham, North Lincolnshire
Shift: 4 on 4 off (2 Days / 2 Nights – 6 am to 6 pm / 6 pm to 6 am) – average 42 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £20.73 per hour

What You’ll Do

People Leadership

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of operators to achieve safety, quality, and output targets.
• Manage attendance, conduct, and performance in line with company policy.
• Encourage collaboration and a positive team culture built on trust, respect, and accountability.
• Support individual growth through coaching, feedback, and development plans.

Operational Control

• Oversee the daily manufacturing process to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Monitor output, OEE, downtime, and scrap rates — taking proactive steps to maintain targets.
• Deliver thorough handovers and maintain clear communication with the Manufacturing Manager.

Health & Safety

• Champion a strong safety culture through compliance and leading by example.
• Conduct safety walks and encourage hazard reporting.
• Ensure PPE compliance and contribute to continuous safety improvements.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain and enforce quality standards and GMP practices.
• Identify and resolve non-conformances in collaboration with QA and Engineering.
• Promote 5S, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Communication & Reporting

• Lead daily team briefings to review KPIs, priorities, and updates.
• Liaise effectively across departments — Maintenance, QA, Planning — to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide timely shift and performance reports.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of production processes, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety and Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 / BRCGS preferred).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Lean or Continuous Improvement experience desirable.
• First Aid or Fire Marshal training would be an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Analytical and solutions-focused mindset
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Flexibility to support alternative shift patterns when required

Benefits

• Gainshare Scheme: Up to 5% of salary per quarter (based on business KPIs)
• Holidays: 20 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Life Assurance: 4x annual salary (Legal & General)
• Company Pension Scheme: 4% employer match (Royal London)
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for employees and family members
• Occupational Health Support: Access to GP and counselling services

Health, Safety & Environment

As a leader, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring a safe working environment. You’ll be responsible for your own safety and the safety of your team - complying with company HS&E policies, ensuring PPE is worn, and promoting a culture of safety first.

Ready to lead the way in manufacturing excellence?

Apply today and become part of a team where your leadership truly makes a difference.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £20.73 per hour

Work Location: In person