Manufacturing Team Leader

Devon

-55,000 - -65,000 + Excellent Benefits

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Team Leader to join a world-class aerospace manufacturing business at its Devon based facility.

Working within a highly innovative aerospace environment, you will lead production teams, drive operational excellence, and champion continuous improvement initiatives to deliver outstanding safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance.

• Lead manufacturing and production activities within a defined production area.
• Manage, coach, and develop production teams to achieve operational targets.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Deliver key KPIs including Safety, Quality, On-Time Delivery, First Pass Yield, and Productivity.
• Champion High Performance Work Teams and employee engagement.
• Support maintenance and facilities activities to maximise plant performance.
• Lead culture change and promote a strong health & safety mindset.
• Provide strategic direction, resource planning, and operational leadership.

• Degree qualified or equivalent.
• 3+ years'' experience in Manufacturing or Operations.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement knowledge.
• Experience with Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, Visual Management, and 6S.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills using methodologies such as 8D or A3.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Industry-leading aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Clear long-term career progression.
• Employee wellbeing and safety-focused culture.
• Opportunities for internal promotion and advancement.

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Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

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