Production Team Manager

The Production Team Manager reports directly to the Production Manager and takes a proactive role in overseeing Mill Operations during their shift. This includes ensuring Health & Safety (H&S) protocols are followed, managing communication with other departments both formally and informally, and conducting daily tier accountability reviews to identify actions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Supervise a team of three, providing guidance and support.
• Shift Management: Oversee all mill activities during the shift, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with all regulations.
• Customer Complaints: Investigate and resolve customer complaints in a timely and effective manner.
• Production Targets: Ensure the production plan is executed on time, within budget, and to the specified quality standards.
• Shift Staffing: Ensure sufficient staffing levels, manage planned/unplanned absences, and update the Workday system accordingly.
• Back to Work Interviews: Conduct timely and effective back-to-work interviews, adhering to company standards.
• Work Hours Monitoring: Manage and monitor team working hours to ensure compliance with annualized hour requirements.
• Accident Investigations: Lead accident investigations when necessary, inputting findings into the Intergrum system promptly.
• Machine Performance: Ensure that all machines and systems are operated to optimize their performance.
• Efficiency Improvements: Use the DSL system to identify and implement improvements in operational efficiency.
• Cross-department Communication: Maintain clear communication with other departments, both formally and informally, as needed.
• H&S Inspections: Oversee weekly H&S inspections to ensure they align with the confirmed schedule.
• Hygiene Standards: Ensure the mill maintains high hygiene standards throughout the shift.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to UFAS codes of practice and other site processes/standards.
• Tier 1 Accountability: Lead daily Tier 1 accountability reviews, ensuring timely completion of actions and maintaining accurate records/reports.
• Training & Development: Manage team training, maintain training records, and identify areas for development.
• Health & Safety Maintenance: Ensure ongoing high H&S standards and communicate any issues promptly.
• Environmental Compliance: Ensure compliance with the Environmental Management System, adhering to BS EN ISO 14001/50001.
• 5S Process: Lead and manage the implementation of the 5S process.
• Disciplinary Management: Handle informal counseling and initial disciplinary reviews when necessary.

Shift Pattern:

• 4 on 4 off
• 12 hour shifts
• Days and Nights

Required Skills:

• Team Collaboration: Strong team player with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Self-Driven: Highly self-motivated with the ability to manage responsibilities independently.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, able to interact effectively at various levels within the organization.
• Forward Thinking: Ability to anticipate challenges and think proactively.
• Manufacturing Experience: Prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing or feed mill environment.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage different levels of responsibility and communicate with diverse teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: 40,000 - 45,000.
• 23 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme: Support available on a wide range of topics.
• Private Medical Insurance: Access to health coverage.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme: Option for increased employer pension contributions after 12 months.
• Personal Development: Opportunities for career growth and personal development within the company.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Discounted bicycle and equipment purchase option.