Production Line Leader — Hands-On Team Lead

Integrated Service Solutions Ltd; Patrixbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay reviews

Enhanced pension contributions

Enhanced family leave

24/7 GP and Employee Assistance

Employee discounts

Recognition and long‑service awards

Social events

Free tea and coffee on site

Job summary

Integrated Service Solutions Ltd in Kent is seeking a Production Line Leader to work hands-on with the team, keeping the packing line running safely, efficiently and to the right quality standards.

You will lead the team, operate machinery, support line changeovers, monitor KPIs, and ensure traceability and health & safety, while maintaining waste, downtime and labour records. The role offers a supportive, hands-on environment with opportunities for growth and recognition.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or coordinating a team in production.
• Confidence operating machinery.
• Experience meeting production targets or KPIs.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Basic IT skills.
• Hands-on, team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the team to achieve production targets.
• Operate machinery and support line changeovers.
• Ensure products are packed correctly and on time.
• Monitor production performance and KPIs.
• Complete works orders and maintain accurate waste, downtime and labour records.
• Identify machinery issues and elevate these to Engineering.
• Maintain traceability, quality, hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Support and motivate the team to deliver a right first time approach.

Skills

Team leadership

Machinery operation

KPI targets

Quality & traceability

Health & safety

Communication skills

IT literacy

Teamwork

Job description

Integrated Service Solutions Ltd in Kent is seeking a Production Line Leader to work hands-on with the team, keeping the packing line running safely, efficiently and to the right quality standards.

You will lead the team, operate machinery, support line changeovers, monitor KPIs, and ensure traceability and health & safety, while maintaining waste, downtime and labour records. The role offers a supportive, hands-on environment with opportunities for growth and recognition.