Manufacturing Team Lead

Job Title: Manufacturing Team Leader
Location: Derry Plant
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: 24/7 rotational shift (average 42 hours per week, 5/2 schedule)

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Team Leader

Are you a natural leader with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence? We're currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Team Leader to join our high-performing team at the Derry plant. This is a key frontline leadership role in a regulated manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

You'll be responsible for coordinating daily production activities, driving performance against targets, and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and efficiency. Whether you're an experienced supervisor or a hands-on team lead ready for the next step, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership career in a long-established and forward-thinking organisation.

What You'll Do

• Oversee and coordinate manufacturing operations across your assigned shift

• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed, including correct use of PPE and adherence to safe systems of work

• Deliver production output in line with schedule, cost, and quality targets

• Lead and support a high-performing team through coaching, development, and regular feedback

• Identify and resolve production and quality issues in a timely manner, escalating where necessary

• Monitor and communicate performance metrics (e.g. Gainshare targets)

• Conduct regular team briefings, using visual management tools and performance boards

• Support continuous improvement activities through Lean and WCOM practices

• Manage SAP-related processes accurately and promptly

• Collaborate with planning to maintain efficient scheduling and production flow

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a supervisory or team leadership role within a regulated manufacturing environment

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

• Willingness to work rotational 24/7 shifts in line with operational needs

Desirable:

• Experience with SAP

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement tools

• Level 4 qualification or equivalent in a relevant field

What We Offer

• Generous Annual Leave: 292 hours per year (increasing to 301 hours after 2 full years of service)

• Quarterly Gainshare Bonus: Up to 5% of time worked (after 3 months' service, based on performance targets)

• Health & Wellbeing Support: Healthcare cashback scheme and Inspire Employee Assistance Programme

• Life Assurance

• Pension Scheme: 3% employer contribution

• Enhanced Maternity Leave

• Company Sick Pay Scheme

This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-established, successful company that values its people, rewards performance, and promotes a culture of continuous improvement.

If you would like more information on the role, please email [email protected] or call 02871267799 Ext 353