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Late Shift Team Leader – Manufacturing
Location: Sittingbourne
Salary: Competitive hourly rate + Overtime (1.5x pay)
Working Hours: 1:30 PM – 12:30 AM (Late Shift) Monday-Thursday - 4 day week.

Job Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Late Shift Team Leader to join a well-established manufacturing company. As a key player in the late shift operations, you’ll be responsible for overseeing a dedicated team and ensuring the smooth running of production processes, including Laser, Punch, Press Brake, TIG & MIG Welding, and Bench work. This is a permanent position offering competitive pay and an excellent working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Team Leadership: Supervise and guide the late shift team across multiple work centres, ensuring quality and efficiency.

* Production Management: Allocate work effectively based on the handover from the day shift foreman and monitor progress toward time targets and deadlines.

* Quality Control: Conduct regular quality checks, report issues to the Quality Manager and Day Shift Foreman, and maintain high standards of work.

* Resource Management: Troubleshoot production problems, coordinate material and consumable requests, and ensure effective resource usage.

* Lean Manufacturing: Promote continuous improvement and operational efficiency through process optimization.

* Communication: Facilitate clear and accurate communication between shifts and management.

What We’re Looking For:

* Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bench work (tapping, drilling, cutting) and ideally, MIG & TIG welding experience. Willingness to learn Punch and Brake Press operations is a plus.

* Skills: Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team effectively. Excellent communication skills at all levels.

* Attention to Detail: A keen eye for quality and the ability to monitor and maintain high production standards.

* Problem-Solving: Proactive in troubleshooting and managing production-related issues.

Benefits:

* Competitive Pay: Hourly rate + regular overtime paid at 1.5x.

* Training & Development: Ongoing training to support career progression and skill development.

* Work Environment: A supportive and collaborative workplace with a focus on growth and development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for those with strong leadership skills looking to further their career in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you have the relevant experience and are ready to take on a leadership role, apply today