Production Team Leader

Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

12/10/2024

Job Description

Location: Brett Martin Ltd, 24 Roughfort Road

Brett Martin is a firmly established global business, manufacturing an ever-growing range of plastic and building products.

In this challenging role, you will directly report to a Production/Business Unit Manager, therefore, we require someone with strong leadership, analytical, teamwork, and influencing capabilities.

As a Production Team Leader at Brett Martin, you will work:

• 12-hour continental shifts (rotating days and nights) including weekends
• Average of 40.25 hours per week
• 7 out of every 14 days / nights
  
  

About The Role

As a Team Leader, your role will involve:

Main tasks and duties

Supervision

• Responsible for the supervision of all the employees under your control at any time;
• Manage the day to day operations within the department according to the instructions from the Department Manager, utilising the available employees to guarantee the most efficient use of employees, machinery and materials.
  
  

Production

Skills Needed

• Responsible for efficiently planning, organising, monitoring and controlling all aspects of production;
• Plan the daily production, allocate duties, organise material supplies, direct product removal, co-ordinate breaks, overtime, etc., and advise and assist the team where necessary;
• Establish priorities to meet order deadlines and organise supplies of all materials ensuring they are available when leading a team in various aspects of production, including training, Health & Safety, cleanliness, quality, performance evaluations, projects, and disciplinary actions;
• Overseeing daily production to meet targets and schedules;
• Ensuring that all products meet quality standards and specifications through effective quality control measures and adherence to company quality procedures;
• Identifying and resolving production issues promptly, working collaboratively with other departments as needed to find solutions;
• Maintaining accurate production records, reports, and documentation as required by company policies and regulatory requirements;
• Having ability to work flexible hours and shifts as required to meet production demands and support business needs
  

See attached job description for all details

Improvement, Compliance, Hospitality, People, Manufacturing / Production

About The Company

At Brett Martin, you’ll join a workplace where our teams have created a positive working and learning environment. We have career pathways for everyone, whether you’re looking for a specific office role or would like to work hands-on with products. No matter which area of the business you join, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and develop a rewarding career.

Company Culture

Brett Martin, established in 1958, is a leading independent manufacturing company based in Northern Ireland, employing around 1,000 people across its UK sites. With a head office in Mallusk, Co. Antrim, it specializes in plastic sheets, roof light systems, and plumbing and drainage products. Known for its commitment to investment in technology, sustainability, innovation, and employee development, Brett Martin is a top Northern Ireland employer. The company boasts a turnover of £195 million, 50% of export sales to over 70 countries, and 25% of its operations are sustainably powered.

Desired Criteria

• NVQ Level III Management / recognised mgmt. qualification
  
  

Required Criteria

• Have a working knowledge of Windows based software including Microsoft Excel;
• Demonstrate a strong technical background and be prepared to get involved in a “hands on” capacity when required
• Demonstrate practical experience of planning, scheduling and performance monitoring;
• 2+ years Supervisory experience in a high-speed environment
  
  

Closing DateMonday 27th January, 2025

Contract Typefulltime

SalaryBased on Experience