Manufacturing Team Leader

Production Team Leader – Manufacturing

Location: Coventry
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 2:00pm / 2:00pm – 10:00pm (Rotating)

Are you an experienced Production Team Leader ready to step into a high-volume manufacturing environment where you can make a genuine impact?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation operating at scale, where you will lead a team of up to 20 production operators in a fast-paced, process-driven setting. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and operational excellence, this role offers a platform to further develop your leadership career within manufacturing.

Alongside a competitive package, including discretionary bonuses, a holiday purchase scheme, and a healthcare plan, you’ll be part of a business that values continuous improvement and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and motivate a team of approximately 20 production operatives across a two-shift operation
Drive performance against daily production targets within a high-volume manufacturing environment
Oversee machine operation and production processes, ensuring efficiency, output, and minimal downtime
Maintain consistent quality standards across all production activities
Monitor and improve operational KPIs including productivity, waste, and throughput
Implement and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing performance
Ensure full compliance with health & safety standards and company procedures
Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and support to develop team capability and engagement
About You

Proven experience in a Team Leader / Supervisor role within manufacturing or production
Strong background in high-volume manufacturing environments
Experience working with or overseeing machine operation and production processes
Demonstrable ability to manage and motivate large production teams
Organised, proactive, and results-driven approach
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and performance
Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to take ownership of a key production function within a well-established manufacturing operation. You’ll play a critical role in delivering output, driving efficiency, and shaping team performance in a structured, process-led environment.

If you are looking for a role where you can lead from the front, influence operational performance, and develop within a growing business, this is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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