Lead Production Coordinator

Permanent – i54 Manufacturing Site | Production | 40 Hours Per Week - shift over may be required | Drive performance on the shop floor. We're looking for an experienced Production Team Leader to join our Production team at our i54 manufacturing site, reporting to the Production Supervisor. This is a hands-on leadership role with an 80/20 split — 80% of your time will be spent providing leadership, direction, and support to operatives within your team, and 20% actively working within the production area. You'll work closely with the Management Team to drive efficiency, maintain quality standards, and ensure KPIs and targets are consistently met. You'll be responsible for the performance, development, and engagement of your team — from pre-shift briefings and labour planning through to performance management and continuous improvement. If you're a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in delivering results through people, this role offers real ownership, variety, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact every day. You'll lead and support your team to deliver against production targets, quality standards, and operational KPIs. Team Leadership & Performance Ensuring the team is ready to commence manufacturing at the start of each shift, including pre-start-up checks and reporting any labour issues immediately to the Shift Supervisor Holding the team accountable for their performance, adhering to company processes and procedures Production Planning & Delivery Planning, organising, and managing labour resources to ensure the Production Plan is met Running the assigned area of production in accordance with product specifications, company standards, and procedures regarding Safety, Quality, Quantity, and Cost Carrying out team briefings at the start of each shift, ensuring KPIs are discussed and issues resolved Attending and contributing to team meetings and wider management team meetings Conducting T&A meetings and managing people within your shift Maintaining Health, Safety, and quality standards in accordance with company rules and regulations Working closely with the Management Team to drive efficiency and effectiveness within the department You'll be results-driven, people-focused, and confident leading from the front in a manufacturing environment. A proven track record in a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing environment A clear understanding of people management, Health & Safety, and quality systems Strong people management skills with the ability to drive performance and develop the team Strong communication skills, both verbal and written in English The ability to operate computers and computer software Previous experience within a ceramics manufacturing environment Familiarity with IT software including MS Office and ERP systems Active Learner – Take every opportunity to grow your own capability Collaborates – Use your network, sharing knowledge and skills Agile in the face of change You'll be part of a supportive and driven production team at our i54 site, with real ownership over your area and the people within it. This role offers hands-on leadership, exposure to continuous improvement, and long-term career development within a global manufacturing business.