A well-established manufacturer supplying major UK retailers is looking for a team leader with strong man management skills to be responsible for a small team of machinists operating a range of wood cutting equipment. This is a hands-on role working alongside the team in a busy light manufacturing environment. As Team Leader you will be responsible for: Leading, motivating and overseeing a team of production operatives to ensure schedules are met within required time frames and to set QC standards. Supporting and training operatives and maintaining records. Driving standards and monitoring quality controls to reduce issues and delays Health and safety departmental responsibility Troubleshooting machinery issues and developing improved production techniques. You will have the following skills and experience: Experience in light manufacturing within a wood/MDF environment ideal but not essential. Ability to motivate and lead a team Highly organised with strong administration and communication skills. Interest in process improvement and increasing performance Hardworking and motivated with a can-do attitude happy to lead by example You would join a strong cohort of team leaders responsible for their own departments and play a key role in our continued growth and development. You may have experience of the following: Production Team Leader, Manufacturing Supervisor, Senior Production Operative, Manufacturing Team Leader, Production Supervisor etc