Production Team Leader

Orion Electrotech; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a proactive Production Team Leader to manage operations in Reading. This role involves leading daily activities on the production line, ensuring health and safety standards, and providing guidance to team members. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in manufacturing, with strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Employee benefits include private medical insurance and a workplace pension. Apply today or call to join the team!

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Critical Illness Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace Pension

Retail & Lifestyle Discounts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience, 3-5 years preferred.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities on the production line to meet output and quality goals.
• Promote health, safety, and cleanliness on the shop floor.
• Identify and resolve issues quickly to ensure smooth production flow.
• Support training and performance feedback for line team members.
• Maintain accurate production records and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure proper shift handovers and line readiness.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Job description

Production Team Leader

Working hours: Monday to Friday

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 p/a

Location: Reading, UK

We're hiring a proactive and hands‑on Production Team Leader (Line Leader) to oversee production line operations at our facility in Reading. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments and enjoy motivating teams, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities of the Production Team Leader

• Lead daily activities on the production line to meet output and quality goals.
• Promote and ensure health, safety, and cleanliness on the shop floor.
• Identify and resolve issues quickly to maintain smooth production flow.
• Support training and performance feedback for line team members.
• Maintain accurate production records and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure proper shift handovers and line readiness.

What You’ll Need for the Production Team Leader

• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience (35 years preferred).
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and lead by example.

Employee Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover 2 your salary
• Employee Assistance Programme mental, physical & lifestyle support
• Workplace Pension
• Retail & Lifestyle Discounts through Smart Rewards

Ready to Lead?

Step into a role where your leadership makes a real impact. Apply today and or call Charlie at Orion Electrotech to work at this great company!

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