Production Leader
Location Manchester, England, United Kingdom Date posted June 09, 2026 Job ID 22271Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
METTLER TOLEDO Safeline are a leading global provider of metal detection systems for the food, pharmaceutical, and packaging industries. With over 40 years of experience, Safeline has a strong reputation for providing cutting-edge technology, exceptional product quality, and world-class customer service. We are committed to delivering superior technology are proud to be the trusted partner of many of the world's leading food and pharmaceutical companies.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Production Leader to oversee a production area and ensure the smooth operation of our manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for optimizing production workflows.
What You'll Do
- Ensure the team possess the skills required to achieve the production plan.
- Carry out team member performance reviews.
- Maintain daily production boards and team board documentation.
- Conduct local KPI team meetings to improve cost, quality and delivery metrics.
- Responsible for Safety Audit schedule adherence and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Management of area risk assessments.
- Lead local 5S activity to promote a safe, defect-free and ‘visual workplace’.
- Participate in occupational health activity to support team welfare.
- Ensure area is compliant with ISO14001 and ISO9001 standards.
- Ensure first line absence management is conducted swiftly and effectively.
- Liaise and communicate with all support functions and to achieve area targets.
What You Need to Succeed
- Proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, gained within a similar role.
- Computer literate - SAP knowledge is advantageous.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities, effective communication and a positive attitude to motivate the team.
- Strong understanding manufacturing practices and processes.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Quality focused mindset with the enthusiasm to drive continuous improvement.
Our Offer to You
- Comprehensive benefits – including employee bonus, overtime, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays.
- Strong Work-Life Balance – enhanced policies, employee engagement events, free breakfast and early finish on Fridays. Working hours: Mon - Thurs: 6am - 2.30pm, Fridays: 6am - 11.30am
- Global Exposure – work with international stakeholders and teams across METTLER TOLEDO's global network.
- Inclusive Culture – thrive in an environment that values authenticity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Career Progression – learn from industry experts, enhance existing skills, benefit from our commitment to training and development.
- Community Involvement – actively contribute to the well-being of our community through initiatives such as local litter picking and supporting charity events.
Choose what you do with your skills and apply now to be part of a team that engineers solutions for a better, safer world.
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our global workforce, which reflects the diversity in the many countries in which we operate internationally. Our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Diversity begins with our recruitment and selection process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty which means you are unable to complete the application process online, please get in touch by email to ukrecruitment@mt.com so that we can make alternative arrangements for you. For more information on our commitment to Sustainability, Diversity and Equal Opportunity please visit us here.
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