Production Team Leader

Posted 23 September 2025
Salary Generous Package
LocationLondonderry
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering & Manufacturing
ReferenceKYPTL2309_1758624688

Job description

Team Leader - Rotational Shifts
Location: Derry, Northern Ireland


Are you an experienced manufacturing leader looking for your next challenge? Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking a Team Leader to join their operation in Derry on a 24/7 rotational shift pattern.

In this key role, you will plan, coordinate and control manufacturing processes-ensuring products are delivered on time, to specification, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.



What You'll Do

  • Lead and motivate your team to meet production targets and quality standards.
  • Drive a strong Health & Safety culture, ensuring full compliance with PPE and company procedures.
  • Support the Shift Performance Manager in delivering world-class manufacturing using Lean/WCOM practices.
  • Diagnose issues and implement effective corrective actions.
  • Oversee quality checks, resolving minor issues and escalating where required.
  • Manage team performance: coaching, mentoring, absence management, investigations, and performance appraisals.
  • Communicate performance updates and deliver regular team briefings.
  • Liaise with planning to ensure production schedules are met, making adjustments as necessary.
  • Accurately manage SAP transactions and production data.


What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 2 years' supervisory/management experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Willingness to work a rotational 24/7 shift pattern.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.


Benefits
Our client offers a competitive benefits package including:

  • Quarterly bonus
  • Life Assurance and Healthcare cashback scheme
  • Healthshield Employee Assistance Programme
  • Pension Scheme
  • Enhanced Maternity Leave and Company Sick Pay scheme
  • Free Parking
  • Wellness & Engagement Committee
  • Employee Recognition Programme
  • Length of Service Programme
  • Company Savings Scheme
  • First Aid/Mental Health First Aid Training
  • Access to Educational Programmes


Why Join?


This is an excellent opportunity to lead a motivated team in a fast-paced, world-class manufacturing environment-while enjoying a strong benefits package and opportunities for career development.



Apply today to take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career or reach out to karl.yellop@vanrath.com for a confidential discussion.


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