Job Description:

Production Team Leader

Manufacturing / Production (Almondsbury, BS32)

Job Type: Full‑time

Location: Almondsbury, Bristol (BS32) - driving essential due to site location

Industry: Manufacturing / Production

Shift: Days

Working Hours & Pay of a Production Team Leader:

Training Period (12-16 weeks)

• Mon-Thu: 7:30am-4:00pm
• Fri: 7:30am-3:00pm
• Pay: £14.88 per hour

Post‑Training Shift Pattern

• 5 on / 5 off - 5:00am-5:00pm (Days)
• 4 on / 4 off - 5:00am-5:00pm (Days)
• Pay: £17.00 per hour

A busy manufacturing site in Almondsbury is seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to support daily operations, drive performance and lead a team within a fast‑paced production environment. This role suits someone who enjoys problem‑solving, coaching teams and ensuring safe, efficient output across multiple production lines.

Key Responsibilities of a Production Team Leader:

• Team leadership - Allocate people and resources effectively to meet production targets.
• Production data - Collect, interpret and accurately report production and downtime data.
• Machine cover - Provide operational cover when required to maintain maximum output.
• Quality compliance - Ensure all team members follow manufacturing procedures and meet quality standards.
• Equipment checks - Confirm equipment is calibrated and systems are functioning correctly.
• Safety monitoring - Maintain safety equipment, tools and H&S checks.
• Training - Train operators and support ongoing development.
• Attendance management - Monitor timekeeping and escalate issues when needed.
• Compliance input - Complete IMS data, NKD, check sheets and compliance checks (fire safety, LEV, first aid, etc.).

Key Duties of a Production Team Leader:

• Maintain strong communication between shifts to maximise factory performance.
• Manage staffing levels and ensure adequate trained personnel across all stations.
• Chair morning team meetings and support daily production meetings when required.
• Identify improvement opportunities and raise them with Engineering and Production teams.
• Promote teamwork, problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
• Understand machine operation to a level where you can run equipment when covering breaks or training staff.

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If you're a proactive Team Leader with strong production experience and a passion for developing teams, apply today and join a forward‑thinking manufacturing environment.

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