Job Description

Reporting directly to the Production Manager, the team leader is responsible for carrying out a range of duties on a vertical paint line (VPL) for aluminium extrusions, whilst supervising a team of production operatives.


As part of the senior production team the individual will have to drive lean practices and continuous improvement projects, communicate team objectives and set daily goals in line with the company KPI's, the role will have total control over the day to day running of the VPL and will need to ensure all VPL team members adhere to the ALUK policies and procedures.



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee day to day productiononVPL; Ensure production targets are met by communicating job expectations and appraising job results; Coach team members to improve performance levels and improve skill sets; Coordinate the teams to optimise production output; Ensure that allitemsprocessedontheVPLarecorrect and of therequiredAluKstandardfollowingall quality control checks; Working closely with the Production Manager to supply reports and updates on Production; Assistingwiththe recruitment of personnel; Maintaintheworkflowthroughmonitoringtheprocesswhilstfacilitatingcorrectionswithin the teams; Observeandmonitorfaultfinding processes to ensure the correct methods are being used; Monitor maintenance and cleaning of equipmentwhenrequired; Ensure the production area is kept in a clean operative state; To record all production data and update computer systemwhenrequired; Record level of consumables i.e. protective tape,printerlabelsandcardboard; Provide cover for team leaders during holiday periods and prolonged sickness; Toberesponsibleforthesecurity of the building at the end of theshift;and Any other duties that mayberequired.


GENERAL DUTIES

To lead by example through exhibiting and livingtheAluKvalues; and Ensure that all activities are: + exercisedinaccordancewithcompanypolicy and procedure (including standard operating, health and safety and HR procedures);
+ undertaken in an ethical mannerwithdueconsiderationtothe needs and concerns of others (particularly in relation to equality and diversity), effective use of company resources and sustainability; and
carried out with an enthusiasm for learning,personaldevelopmentandcontinuous improvement.
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In return for your commitment and expertise, you'll get:

Compensation: 30,000 per annum, plus a 5% shift allowance. Holidays -You'llget 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) which increases to 38 days with length of service. Your birthday off! - On top of your annual leave allowance,you'llalso get your birthday off - Paid! If it lands on a weekend, you can take it the day before or after! Enhanced Overtime Pay - We pay time and a half overtime here, which really helps boost your earnings during busy times. Pension scheme- Our pension scheme is based on employees paying in 5%, we add 3%. Learning & Development Opportunities - Weprovide comprehensive learning opportunities for staffto develop themselves. Wellbeing Support - Staff wellbeing is always priority.You'llhave access to mental health and wellbeing support through our "Employee Assistance Programme" Flu Jab - Nobody likes being ill, especially in winter months.That'swhy we offer a flu jab to all our team members. A discretionary profit related bonus scheme - When we make profit, so do you! We have a profit related pay scheme to reward you when we all do well.

Once you've pass your probation you'll also get:

Cycle2Work -The cycle to work scheme enables you to buy a bicycle at a reduced rate. Access toMedicash - We have a cash health plan withmedicashto help with medical expenses. Discounted Gym Memberships -Medicashalso provides discounts to Gyms as part of their offering.


At ALUK, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.