Production Team Leader
Production Team Leader
Looking to take the next step in your career and develop your leadership skills?
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced production, engineering or automotive professional who is ready to progress into a Team Leader role. Working alongside the Production Manager, you will lead from the front, taking ownership of a production team while coordinating day-to-day operations, maintaining workflow and driving continuous improvement. A key part of the role involves providing hands-on technical support, including diagnostics, fault finding and problem-solving, helping to resolve issues quickly and maintain high-quality standards. This is a varied leadership position that combines technical expertise, team development and operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
TBC Conversions is a leading vehicle conversion company specialising in wheelchair-accessible vehicles, minibuses and bespoke vehicle conversions.
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Production Team Leader to join our team in Bromborough. You will lead and support production, delivering high-quality vehicle conversions safely and efficiently.
A key part of the role will be diagnostics, fault finding and problem-solving. You will use your technical knowledge and experience to support when issues arise, identify root causes and find practical solutions to keep production moving and maintain our quality standards.
About this role
What you’ll do:
Lead, motivate and support a team to achieve daily production and quality targets.
Provide hands-on technical support, including diagnostics, fault finding and resolving production or vehicle conversion issues.
Troubleshoot problems, identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
Monitor quality and productivity, addressing issues before they impact production.
Coach and develop team members, sharing technical knowledge and supporting training needs.
Maintain accurate records, job cards, and compliance with health, safety, and ISO standards.
Work closely with the Production Manager and other departments to resolve production challenges and maintain workflow.
Perform service checks, repairs and post-repair road tests.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste and prevent supply chain shortages.
Promote a positive working environment while ensuring Health & Safety, quality and company standards are maintained.
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with practical people leadership.
Ideally, you will have:
Previous Team Leader, Supervisor or similar experience within an automotive, vehicle conversion, manufacturing or engineering environment.
Maintain accurate records, job cards, and compliance with health, safety, and ISO standards.
Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Good practical knowledge of vehicle systems, mechanical or electrical components and/or manufacturing processes.
Ability to work independently and take accountability in a fast-paced environment.
The confidence to support team members with more complex technical issues.
The ability to lead, coach and motivate a team.
A strong focus on quality, productivity and continuous improvement.
A relevant technical qualification or equivalent practical experience.
TBC Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
The company reserves the right to expand the short listing criteria to facilitate the short listing process
What you will need
Required criteria
- Hold a full valid driving licence
Desired criteria
- Experience within vehicle conversions and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement would be an advantage.
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Planning & Scheduling
Reporting & Communication
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
IT skills
Teamwork
Van Driving
Mechanical Vehicular Repairs
