Production Team Leader
Overview
ReeVR are seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to join our clients fast-paced Engineering business. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong electro-mechanical assembly experience and a proven ability to deliver high-quality output in a low-volume, prototype, bespoke manufacturing environment.
As the Production Team Leader will lead a small team of technicians, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure products are built to specification, on time and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities for the Production Team Leader
- Lead, motivate, and support a team of Production Technicians to achieve daily and weekly KPIs.
- Production Planning to schedule and allocate work efficiently.
- Oversee electro-mechanical assembly activities, including wiring loom fabrication and product build.
- Ensure all work is completed to the required quality and safety standards.
- Support prototype and low-volume production, ensuring flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production processes.
- Provide hands-on technical support and training to team members.
- Monitor team performance and provide feedback, coaching, and development support.
- Liaise with Engineering to resolve technical issues and support new product introduction.
- Ensure all documentation and production records are completed accurately and on time.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in a Production Team Leader or Senior Technician role within an electro-mechanical or similar manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with prototype or low-volume builds is highly desirable.
- Good understanding of production planning, scheduling, and resource management.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Comfortable working to KPIs and driving team performance.
- Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles is advantageous.
Security Clearance
- Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Career development and training opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
Apply today or to find out more contact Abby Maslin at ReeVR Talent!
