Engineering Team Leader

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a technically skilled Team Leader to join a specialist manufacturing production team based in High Wycombe. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient and productive working environment, whilst supporting the development of team members, resolving technical issues and driving continuous improvement across the production operation. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong background in electromechanical assembly, testing, calibration and fault finding, combined with the ability to lead and support others. Key Responsibilities * Lead and support the production team, promoting efficient working practices and minimising downtime. * Assemble, test and calibrate electromechanical products in line with approved procedures and quality standards. * Provide technical support, fault finding and diagnostic assistance to resolve production issues. * Read and interpret engineering and manufacturing drawings. * Support stock accuracy, inventory activities and general production administration. * Maintain high standards of health and safety, housekeeping, PPE, ESD and 5S. * Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Purchasing and Service teams to resolve technical and operational issues. * Help ensure products are completed on time and to the required quality standards. * Support continuous improvement activities and departmental performance targets. * Assist with colleague training, development and performance management. * Ensure all relevant compliance requirements are followed, including risk assessments, COSHH and accident reporting. Skills & Experience The ideal candidate will have: * Strong knowledge of manufacturing and Lean Manufacturing principles. * Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills. * Experience working with electromechanical products and systems. * The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. * Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. * Previous experience supporting or leading colleagues within a manufacturing environment. * Good IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel. * A strong commitment to quality, health and safety and continuous improvement. * The flexibility to undertake a broad range of hands-on operational activities. * The physical capability to safely handle and move mechanical equipment and components. Desirable Experience Experience in the following areas would be advantageous: * Mechanical or electromechanical assembly and disassembly. * Testing and calibration of electromechanical equipment. * Product repair and technical troubleshooting. * Working within a precision engineering or specialist manufacturing environment. Qualifications A Level 4 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a degree/equivalent qualification in Engineering or Manufacturing, would be advantageous