Blast & Suspension Team Leader

Job Role

SDC Trailers is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our production team as Blast & Suspension Team Leader. The Production Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end production process, ensuring products are assembled efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. This role involves supervising production staff, coordinating daily operations, and driving performance to meet output targets and deadlines.

You will ensure that all production activities are carried out in line with company procedures, health and safety requirements, and quality expectations. You will monitor workflow, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions to optimise productivity and minimise downtime.

In addition, the Production Team Leader will be accountable for maintaining a safe working environment, ensuring all team members adhere to safety protocols, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement. They will play a key role in ensuring production schedules are met, resources are effectively utilised, and products are delivered on time and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the assembly of products or components according to the specifications

Supervision of all Operatives within your area of responsibility in regards the daily operations.

Responsibility of maintaining a clean & safe working environment

Meet daily production targets and deadlines

Strong Teamwork and communication

Inspect trailers for quality and safety compliance

Report defects or issues to supervisors

Essential Requirements

Previous experience in a production manufacturing industry.

Previous experience overseeing daily production manufacturing operations.

Adaptable

Driven and motivated to achieve daily targets

Continuous Improvement/solutions focused

Strong teamwork & communication skills

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes

Understanding how to operate machinery safely

Capable of prioritising workload

Right to work in the UK

Role requires standing for extended periods, lifting items & manual handling.

Desirable Requirements

Previous experience in a Team Leader role within a Production Manufacturing environment.

Previous experience in management of people.

Driving Licence

Hours of work

Day Shift

Monday to Thursday 6:00am to 16:30pm - 40 hrs/week - enjoy your Fridays off (with overtime available if you want it).

40 hours per week

Location

Toome

We are an equal opportunities employer

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