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At the forefront of intelligent traffic management, SWARCO design and deliver innovative solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently across the UK and Ireland. Join a global business operating in over 70 countries and play a key role in delivering high-quality, safety-critical products.
What you will do
We have a vacancy for a Production Team Leader to join our team at our Melsonby (Electrical Production) site.
This is a hands-on leadership role within an electro-mechanical / electronic assembly environment, requiring someone who can confidently lead from the front, drive performance, and ensure production runs efficiently to plan.
You will lead, motivate, and manage daily team activities, ensuring alignment with weekly production plans set by the Production Manager. You will be responsible for creating a structured, high-performing team environment, clearly communicating priorities, and driving accountability.
The role will also involve:
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Leading electronic assembly and testing activities, ensuring quality standards are consistently met
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Taking ownership of team safety, quality, and delivery performance
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Driving continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, output, and ways of working
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Monitoring workflow, identifying bottlenecks, and taking proactive action to maintain production flow
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Working closely with planning and other departments to ensure on-time delivery
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Championing company standards, processes, and culture across the shop floor
This role requires someone who is comfortable balancing hands-on production involvement with team leadership responsibilities.
What we are looking for
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Minimum 3+ years’ experience in an electro-mechanical or electronic assembly environment (essential)
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Proven experience in a supervisory or team leadership role within production/manufacturing (essential)
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Strong understanding of electronic assembly processes, testing, and quality standards
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A proactive, hands-on leader who can motivate teams and drive performance on the shop floor
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Experience of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
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Ability to identify problems quickly and implement practical solutions in a fast-paced environment
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Experience of planning, coordinating work, and ensuring alignment to production schedules
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Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both operators and management
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Competent in MS Office
👉 We are specifically looking for candidates with a strong background in electronic assembly who have stepped into, or are currently operating in, a leadership or supervisory capacity.
What we offer
As well as providing a competitive salary and benefits package, SWARCO actively runs employee opinion surveys as part of our drive to provide a comfortable and supportive working environment. We will support your development and you will also receive:
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25 days holiday rising to 28 days excluding bank holidays
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Your Birthday Off (Annual Leave)
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Employee discounts portal
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Generous employer pension contributions
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Life assurance
Interested?
Please apply by clicking on the link below.
Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Agencies – please note that we will only engage with suppliers on our PSL. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift and no fees will be payable.