Team Leader - Flooring Fabrication Department

Steelway Fensecure Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fabrication company in Wolverhampton seeks a Team Leader to oversee daily operations in flooring fabrication. The ideal candidate will have strong fabrication experience, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining quality in production. You'll be responsible for managing performance, supporting your team, and ensuring safety in a hands-on role. A proactive approach to leadership and strong communication abilities are essential for this position, offering opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong fabrication experience and ability to support daily operations.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Talent in leading by example and guiding a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the team of fabricators to meet targets.
• Participate in practical fabrication work to support output.
• Ensure quality standards of flooring components are upheld.

Skills

Proven experience within flooring fabrication

Leadership experience

Ability to read technical drawings

Organisational skills

Confident communication

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Supervision (or willingness to complete)

Job description

Day Shift | Full Time, Permanent

December 15, 2025

We are looking for an organised, proactive, & hands‑on Team Leader to support daily operations across our Flooring Fabrication team. Not only will you act as a point of guidance for your team - ensuring priorities are met, targets achieved, & a safe, efficient working environment is upheld, but you will also take a hands‑on, practical approach to leading by example.

This role would be ideal for someone with strong fabrication experience, excellent communication skills, & the ability to guide a team to deliver high quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, & support a team of fabricators, managing performance, standards, & punctuality.
• Plan workloads, allocate tasks, & monitor progress to ensure daily production targets are met.
• Participate in practical fabrication work to support output, accuracy, & quality.
• Ensure all flooring components are produced to specification, drawings, & quality standards.
• Conduct first‑off checks & in‑process inspections to maintain product conformity.
• Work closely with the Operations & Production Management teams to meet targets & resolve issues.
• Monitor sub‑assembly stock levels & consumables, raising order requirements when necessary.
• Record daily outputs, production data, & relevant KPIs using company systems.
• Support the induction, training, & ongoing development of team members to maintain skill levels & consistency.
• Maintain safe working practices, drive a strong safety culture, & proactively identify improvement opportunities.
• Keep equipment & work areas clean, organised, & properly maintained.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities across manufacturing operations.
• Undertake additional reasonable tasks in line with business needs.

Additional Team Leader Responsibilities

• Undertake & complete an NVQ Level 4 in Supervision (unless already held)
• Fire Marshall
• First Aider
• Health & Safety Representative
• Deputise as required
• Cover for other Team Leaders as required & ensure effective communication

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience within flooring fabrication, steel fabrication, or a similar manufacturing environment
• Previous leadership or senior operative experience (preferred but not essential)
• Confident in being able to lead, motivate, & coach a team
• Ability to read technical drawings, work accurately to measurements & maintain high standards of quality at all times
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise & coordinate workflow
• Confident communicator able to work effectively with colleagues across departments
• Good understanding of production targets, output planning, & performance management
• Commitment to maintaining a safe workplace & following established procedures

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development & training
• Cycle to Work scheme

Hours of Work

Monday – Thursday, 06:00 – 14:00 & Friday, 06:00 – 13:00
(39 hours per week, site based)

If you feel you have the skills & drive to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your most up‑to‑date CV to [e-mail] and ensure that your contact details are correct.

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