Production Team Leader

Production Team Leader
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £18 per hour
Hours: Monday – Friday, 5pm – 1am
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (3-month temp-to-perm opportunity)

Are you an experienced Production Team Leader looking for a new opportunity with a growing manufacturing business?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful family-run company where you’ll support a close-knit Production Team and play a key role in helping the business continue to grow.

You’ll benefit from:

• £18 per hour
• Monday – Friday evening shift (5pm – 1am)
• Overtime opportunities available
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Long-term career progression within a growing international business
• Friendly and supportive working environment

About the Company
Your new employer is a growing family-run manufacturing business specialising in premium hay and grass-based products supplied to the agriculture, pet, zoo, and animal feed industries.
With a strong reputation for quality and customer service, the company exports products worldwide and continues to expand its operations.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a hands-on Leader to support their Doncaster facility and help coordinate daily factory activities.

The Role
Working closely with the Operations & Production Manager, you will support the day-to-day running of the site and help guide a small group of around 7 colleagues.
As Production Team Leader, you will be involved in organising activities, supporting colleagues, and ensuring customer requirements, quality standards, and operational targets are achieved.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll remain involved in the factory environment while helping the wider Team work effectively.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Production Team to achieve daily operational targets
• Coordinating manufacturing activities and ensuring orders are completed correctly
• Monitoring processes and supporting quality checks
• Operating machinery and assisting with basic maintenance tasks
• Using FLT Counterbalance equipment safely to move materials and finished goods
• Supporting packaging, stock movement, warehousing, and export preparation
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety, and organisation
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and processes

What You’ll Bring
You’ll be someone who enjoys working in a busy manufacturing environment and takes pride in supporting others.
Ideally, you’ll have:

• Previous experience within production, manufacturing, or a similar operational setting
• Experience supervising or supporting colleagues within a workplace environment
• A valid FLT Counterbalance licence
• A proactive and practical approach
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a Team

How to Apply
If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can develop your skills and become part of a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply for the Production Team Leader role, please submit your CV today. Alternatively, please contact Georgie Ireland at E3 Recruitment for further information.