Lead Manufacturing Operator

Location: Ely (CB6)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm
Salary: Competitive
Job Reference: 35802

Polytec are seeking a Lead Manufacturing Operator to support our client's growing team in Ely. If you are hands-on, motivated and passionate about quality and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

As a Lead Manufacturing Operator, you'll work closely with the Supervisor to guide your team, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery. This is a hands-on, physical role where you'll lead by example, help train team members and contribute to a positive, efficient work environment.

Responsibilities:

* Ensure team adherence to safety protocols, PPE usage and best working practices
* Motivate, guide and train operators to meet production and quality targets
* Lead a team to deliver manufacturing goals, prioritising quality and delivery performance
* Drive cross-training and upskilling to build flexibility and resilience within the team
* Maintain accurate documentation (risk assessments, SSOWs, competence records)
* Allocate resources effectively and manage daily task distribution
* Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely order fulfilment
* Champion LEAN principles such as 5S and Takt time

Requirements:

* Apprenticeship trained or equivalent hands-on experience
* Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing environment
* Good understanding of LEAN manufacturing and quality improvement tools
* Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
* Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving mindset
* Confident communicator and capable team leader
* Experience coaching, mentoring and sharing knowledge with others
* Positive, can-do attitude and respectful work ethic

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

[ Ely, Cambridgeshire, Salary £neg. | vacancy reference : 35802 ]