Operations Team Leader

Operations Team Leader - Swindon

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an Operations Team Leader to join our well-established client based in Swindon on a temporary basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay and the chance to work with a leading manufacturer.

This would suit applicants who have worked as a Production Team Leader, Manufacturing Team Leader or Production Supervisor.

Rates of Pay:

• £16.50 per hour (equivalent to £35,000 per annum)

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• 08:30 - 17:00

Benefits:

Your benefits as an Operations Team Leader are:

• Weekly pay (continues even after becoming permanent)
• On-site canteen facility
• Upskilling and training across various departments and machinery
• Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturer
• Ongoing development opportunities

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as an Operations Team Leader are:

• Report on and oversee daily output and performance across bespoke manufacturing processes
• Provide hands‑on support where required to achieve daily production requirements
• Support daily build achievements and effectively prioritise workloads to meet targets and quality standards
• Motivate team members and flex across various tasks, from product forming through to packing and labelling
• Set up workstations for new starters and support or delegate training activities once fully trained
• Identify operational issues, carry out root‑cause analysis and implement effective solutions
• Monitor quality standards against product specifications
• Support the achievement of departmental KPIs and productivity targets
• Promote and maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance
• Work as part of the wider leadership team to drive operational performance and continuous improvement

Essential Skills:

To be successful as an Operations Team Leader , you will need:

• Previous experience in a lead or supervisory role within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate, support and develop others to achieve daily objectives
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality requirements
• Confidence supporting SOP updates and delivering one‑to‑one training when required
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to analyse performance data and identify opportunities for improvement
• Experience monitoring and reporting on operational statistics and KPIs
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement

Training:

• Full on‑site training provided
• Ongoing support and development
• Cross‑functional training opportunities

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process

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