Ethero Strategic Staffing
Team Leader
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Team Leader / Supervisor
Region
Stoke-on-Trent ST3
Sector
Manufacturing
Job Type
Permanent Vacancy
Role Overview
As a Manufacturing Team Leader, the individual is responsible for managing daily operations on the production floor. This includes planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Supervising and leading a team of manufacturing personnel in a high-volume production environment.
- Ensuring the team adheres to production schedules and deadlines.
- Monitoring production standards and quality control measures.
- Training new team members and ensuring that all team members are competent in their roles.
- Maintaining accurate records of production data, including volume produced, materials used, and any deviations from standard processes.
- Implementing continuous improvement strategies to enhance production efficiency and safety.
- Enforcing strict safety guidelines and company standards.
Tasks and Duties
The Manufacturing Team Leader is tasked with several crucial duties that ensure the smooth functioning of production processes. These include:
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- Coordinating with other departments to ensure equipment availability, raw material supply, and timely completion of production targets.
- Conducting regular team meetings to communicate targets, strategies, and company news.
- Assisting in the development of budgets for the manufacturing department.
- Identifying areas for improvement and initiating projects aimed at lowering costs and improving quality.
- Evaluating team performance and providing feedback and coaching to improve productivity and product quality.
Education and Certification Requirements
To qualify for the role of Manufacturing Team Leader, candidates must typically meet several educational and certification requirements:
- A High School Diploma or equivalent; a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Production Technician (CPT), Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing can be advantageous.
- Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality systems.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
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Hours of Work
Monday to Friday 7.30 till 16.30
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company pension contribution
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Free Parking
- Accessible by Public Transport
- Discounted Products
- Canteen Facilities - Vending Machines, Microwaves
If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please submit your CV by clicking "Apply Now" and we will be in touch immediately.
This job is commutable from the following areas, Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Hanley, Longton, Burslem, Tunstall, Fenton, Trentham and surrounding areas.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and comply with the Equality Act 2010.
Ethero Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
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