We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Team Leader to join a growing manufacturing operation in Surrey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production professional with a background in food manufacturing, brewing, fermentation, beverage production, dairy, biotechnology or other process manufacturing environments.

The successful candidate will lead a small manufacturing team and play an important role in day-to-day production, process improvement and the continued development of manufacturing operations.

Pharmaceutical experience is not required.

The Role

As Manufacturing Team Leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership to a small production team, ensuring manufacturing activities are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

You will be a hands-on leader, supporting production activities while providing direction, technical guidance and support to the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a small team of up to 2–3 Manufacturing Operators
• Coordinate daily production activities and allocate work
• Ensure manufacturing schedules and production targets are achieved
• Operate and oversee manufacturing and process equipment
• Support fermentation, media preparation and manufacturing activities
• Ensure equipment is prepared, operated and cleaned correctly
• Monitor production performance, quality and process compliance
• Ensure production records and documentation are completed accurately
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members
• Train, coach and develop less experienced manufacturing personnel
• Identify and resolve day-to-day operational issues
• Support equipment troubleshooting and process investigations
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, hygiene and contamination control
• Ensure procedures and quality standards are followed
• Support GMP and other relevant manufacturing requirements
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement
• Promote a positive culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum 3 years' manufacturing experience
• Previous experience as a Team Leader, Supervisor or Senior Operator
• Strong background in production or process manufacturing
• Experience within food, brewing, fermentation, beverage, dairy, biotechnology or similar environments
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and process control
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Experience working to quality systems and documented procedures
• Proven leadership and communication skills
• Experience supporting, training or mentoring a small team
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• A hands-on and proactive approach to manufacturing
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights and weekends

What We Offer

• Up to £25 per hour, depending on experience
• Initial 3-month fixed-term contract
• Potential for extension or permanent opportunities
• Opportunity to develop your leadership experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
• Hands-on role with genuine responsibility
• Support and training provided

If you're an experienced Manufacturing Team Leader, Production Supervisor or Senior Production Operator looking for your next opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and we will be in touch to discuss the role further.