Manufacturing Team Leader

Manufacturing Team Leader

DC Personnel are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Team Leader to join a busy manufacturing and packaging operation.

Location: Leicester

Contract: Permanent role

Hours: 37 hours per week. Monday - Thursday: 13:30 – 22:00 & Friday: 12:00 – 17:00

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Shift Allowance: £70 per week (paid in addition to base salary)

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day‑to‑day leadership and supervision of production and packaging activities within a regulated manufacturing environment. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring strong knowledge of compliance standards, team management skills, and the ability to coordinate production activities efficiently.

• Supervise the manufacture and packaging of licensed products using dedicated production equipment
• Oversee the use and operation of production vessels and equipment
• Review and complete batch records to a high standard
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of operators (up to 8 staff)
• Coordinate and deliver staff training and development
• Generate, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Coordinate production activities and liaise with support functions including materials management, engineering, and quality teams
• Manage team performance, including appraisals, mentoring, and feedback

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (GMP or similar)
• Proven line management or supervisory experience
• Ability to work on own initiative and escalat as appropriate
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident, organised, and capable of leading a small production team

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