Operations Team Leader Production

• Production operations are carried out at an effective efficiency standard and the production schedule is achieved.
• Team members are deployed and supervised effectively.
• Team member attendance and performance is managed effectively.
• Operating standards are closely monitored and any necessary changes are initiated.
• Operator dead time is closely monitored and any possible reductions are initiated.
• Team members are effectively coached to achieve improved performance.
• A continuous improvement culture and high morale is promoted throughout.
• Team members are sufficiently empowered to take appropriate responsibility.
• Team members are actively involved in communication and the development and introduction of improvement initiatives.
• Team members are educated to appreciate the business needs and decision-making.
• Team members are appraised and training and development needs are identified.
• Team members and own operations satisfy Health Safety and Environment and Quality standards.
• Operations are performed within pre-set budgets.
• Cover is provided in the absence of other Team Leaders.
• Recommendations to plant equipment and working practices are developed and effectively communicated to management.
• Day to day problems are resolved.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties

• Previous supervisory experience and / or qualifications
• Educated to Olevel/GCSE standard
• NVQ2 In Team Leader / Management (preferred)
• Microsoft Office application competency

Knowledge and Experience

• Inspirational and strong leadership qualities. Excellent interpersonal influencing coaching and negotiating skills. A proven track record in managing change within a diverse environment. An articulate communicator both written and verbal. Ability to effectively build and manage relationships. Has enthusiasm and patience to develop others. Values strong team work.
• Numerically astute with the abilty to analyse data and drive the appropriate action
• Professional and positive attitude with a high standard of work ethics
• A strong customer focus
• Passionate about sustaining standards as a base from which to improve. Produces dynamic and creative but appropriate improvement.
• Proficient at producing and presenting proposals and able to demonstrate objective analytical skills and business acumen. Systematic. Completer finisher. Good Project management skills.
• Hands on approach and attitude.
• Continuous improvement is a core value.