Production Section Leader

Rise Technical Recruitment; Rochester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training

Progression

Company benefits

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment is hiring a Production Section Leader for a growing manufacturing site in Strood, within easy reach of Rochester and surrounding towns. You will take ownership of a production section, drive performance and lead a small team to meet safety and quality standards.

The role offers a clear path for progression, on-site training, and a supportive environment where continuous improvement is valued. You will collaborate with other departments to optimise output and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Production leadership experience
• Hands-on and proactive approach
• Desire for long-term progression

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day production.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team.
• Monitor performance and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement across the section.
• Collaborate closely with other departments.

Skills

Production leadership

Hands-on approach

Long-term progression

Job description

Production Section Leader

Location: Strood (commutable from Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Gravesend, Sittingbourne, Maidstone).

We’re a growing manufacturer looking for a Production Section Leader to take ownership of a production section, develop leadership skills, and progress within the business.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day production.
• Lead, motivate and develop the team.
• Monitor performance and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement across the section.
• Collaborate closely with other departments.

Qualifications

• Production leadership experience.
• Hands‑on and proactive approach.
• Desire for long‑term progression.

Competitive salary, training, progression and company benefits.

Reference Number: BBBH

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.