Production Lead Operator

Production Team Leader

Leeds, West Yorkshire

£35,000 – £38,000

We’re looking for a hands‑on Production Team Leader to join our client’s manufacturing team, supporting the Supervisor in delivering safe, high‑quality, and efficient production. You’ll lead from the front—working on the line alongside your team while ensuring output meets company standards in safety, hygiene, quality, and cost.

• Lead and motivate a team of Operatives to meet production targets.
• Oversee daily line operations, ensuring adherence to SOPs and cGMP.
• Perform changeovers and troubleshoot equipment issues, escalating where needed.
• Conduct real‑time documentation checks and complete SAP transactions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, safety audits, and operator training.
• Handle performance, attendance, and training needs within your team.
• Deputise for the Shift Supervisor and act as the responsible person out of hours.

• Proven leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality control, health & safety, and lean principles.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and SAP (or similar systems).
• Flexible, detail‑focused, and able to manage day‑to‑day priorities under pressure.

This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your production career with a company that values continuous improvement and team development.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch to learn more.