Production team leader

We rsquo;re hiring for a hands-on Production Team Leader to join a leading specialist manufacturer based in Droylsden, Manchester. Leading the production team will involve distributing work to meet order fulfilment dates, as well as motivating and organising the team to get the best performance. What rsquo;s on offer? * Competitive salary * Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm / 12:00pm finish Friday * Overtime paid at enhanced rates * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Quarterly yearly bonuses * Employer pension contribution scheme 3% / 5% * Enhanced sick pay entitlement * On-site parking * Christmas shutdown period What will you be doing as a Production Team Leader? * Working with Production Planning and the Production Manager to ensure production jobs are completed in line with plans * Monitoring and coaching the team to ensure manufacturing demands are met * Ensuring that the team adheres to the correct processes and procedures * Providing the team with a regular briefing to keep them aware of events and news from within the company * Helping to identify and recommend potential process improvements * Managing any performance issues or conflict within the team * Carrying out regular 1:1s and identifying needs for training What do you need? * GCSE Maths English - Grade C or above (or equivalents) * NVQ or ILM Level 3 qualification or higher would be an advantage * Three or more years rsquo; experience working in product assembly manufacturing * Experience in a people management role: Production Supervisor / Team Leader etc. would be preferred * Any experience working with electrical/electronic products beneficial * Excellent communication and coaching skills * The ability to read and understand product drawings If you rsquo;re a self-motivated and well organised production professional who has excellent people skills and the ability to lead a team, then apply today or speak with Meg at KPJ Group for more information. KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 40 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted