Production Team Leader

Production Team Lead Location: South Lanarkshire Reports to: Manufacturing Shift Lead Hours: Full-time, four on four off We are seeking an effective and hands-on Production Team Lead to support a food manufacturing operation in South Lanarkshire. You will play a key role in leading a production team, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality output in a fast-paced FMCG environment. About the Role The Production Team Lead is responsible for supporting daily production performance, maintaining standards, and leading a motivated team. You will drive safe working practices, product quality, and consistent execution of processes whilst contributing to continuous improvement across your area of expertise. Key Responsibilities * Lead, motivate and support a production team to meet performance targets. * Promote and uphold the company’s values, behaviours and site standards. * Assist with workforce planning to ensure appropriate staffing levels. * Manage daily routines using Leader Standard Work. * Participate in Short Interval Control (SIC) meetings to drive output. * Champion Health & Safety, Food Safety and Quality compliance. * Raise hazards and near misses and support investigation processes. * Oversee training for new starters and monitor competency progress. * Support performance management, time and attendance and staff development. * Ensure compliance with SOPs and maintain efficient, safe line operations. * Communicate clearly through briefs, huddles and effective shift handovers. * Contribute to improvement activities, including A3 initiatives and changeovers. Requirements * Experience in a team leader or supervisory role within manufacturing. * Strong communication and people-management skills. * Understanding of Health & Safety, Food Safety and quality procedures. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and drive continuous improvement. * Flexible, proactive and committed to achieving high standards. What We Offer * A key operational role within a major UK food manufacturer. * Opportunities for training, development and progression. * Supportive, team-focused working environment. If you are a motivated team leader with a passion for safety, quality, and operational excellence within the food manufacturing industry, we would love to hear from you