Production Team Leader - Telford, Shropshire
- Engineering & Manufacturing
Production Team Leader
Location: Telford
Salary: Up to £41,220 (based on experience & validation)
Are you a natural leader with a passion for driving team success? We’re looking for an experienced Production Team Leader to join our dynamic team in Telford. This role follows a structured shift pattern, including days, nights, and weekends.
Your Role:
As a Team Leader, you will:
✔️ Lead and oversee a team of General and Machine Operators on a fast-paced packing line.
✔️ Ensure high standards of performance, efficiency, and teamwork.
✔️ Track and assess production line performance, making real-time adjustments as needed.
✔️ Manage and coordinate product changeovers within set timeframes.
✔️ Support the Supervisor in achieving key shift targets (KPIs).
✔️ Maintain accurate and clear quality control records.
✔️ Apply Continuous Improvement methods (e.g., 5 Whys) to drive efficiency.
✔️ Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Quality, Housekeeping, and Health & Safety regulations.
What We’re Looking For:
We want a motivated and results-driven leader with:
Strong leadership and people management skills
A team-focused, positive, and professional attitude
The ability to motivate and challenge team members to perform at their best
A calm and confident approach under pressure
Exceptional communication skills (both written & verbal)
A high level of integrity, honesty, and accountability
Good numeracy skills and IT proficiency
Experience in a similar leadership role within a food manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary with structured pay progression:
- Passing Quality Control Validation – £31,606
- Efficient Operations Validation – £37,407
- Continuous Improvement Validation – £41,220
Career Growth – Clear progression paths & professional development opportunities
Health Cash Plan – Available after one year of service
Extra Holiday – Earn an additional week’s holiday after one year of service & validation
Pension – Auto-enrolment for financial security
Ready to step up and make an impact? Apply today and please reach out to Chloe @ MDE Group UK