Assembly Team Leader

Interaction Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company based in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Assembly Team Leader to oversee a team of operatives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include meeting production targets, ensuring quality standards, and providing training. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in assembly processes and leadership skills. This role offers career progression and ongoing training.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar assembly or manufacturing leadership role.
• Strong understanding of assembly processes, quality standards, and health & safety practices.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team to meet daily production targets.
• Monitor performance and ensure productivity levels are maintained.
• Provide training and support promoting continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Assembly processes knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Overview

Location: Peterborough

About the Role: We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Assembly Team Leader to join our client's dynamic manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader with a strong background in assembly processes to step into a key role within a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of assembly operatives to meet daily production targets


• Monitor performance, ensure productivity levels are maintained, and quality standards are met


• Allocate tasks and resources effectively to optimize workflow and reduce downtime


• Provide training and support to team members, promoting a culture of continuous improvement


• Liaise with supervisors, engineers, and quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes


• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations at all times


• Report on team performance and production metrics as required

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar assembly or manufacturing leadership role


• Strong understanding of assembly processes, quality standards, and health & safety practices


• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills


• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities


• Hands-on approach with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking company with strong growth prospects


• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development


• Career progression opportunities for the right candidate