Production Line Leader

Posted 21/05/26Reference Number: PLLdud0526

Location

Kingswinford

Contract

Temp to Perm

Salary

£13.91 - £14.61 ph

Industry

Food Production

Production Line Leader – Temp to Perm

Location: Kingswinford
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (after 12 weeks)
Shifts: Any 5 shifts out of 7
Overtime: Paid at 1.33x after 37.5 hours

Please note: Due to the location and shift patterns, own transport is essential.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Line Leader to oversee a busy production line and lead a team in achieving daily production targets while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and can motivate teams, solve problems proactively, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

For the right candidate, this opportunity offers a clear pathway to a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, motivate, and support a production team to achieve hourly and daily targets
  • Manage labour effectively to meet production volumes and cost objectives
  • Ensure all products meet customer specifications and quality standards
  • Maintain high standards of health & safety, GMP, and hygiene compliance
  • Complete production documentation accurately and use the integrated management system (Vision)
  • Assist with training, onboarding, and development of new starters
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and waste reduction activities
  • Liaise with agency staff and provide regular operational feedback
  • Monitor KPIs including output, quality, waste, training, and health & safety performance
  • Participate in team leader meetings, reviews, and performance management processes

Candidate Requirements

  • Previous experience within a production or manufacturing leadership role
  • Confident managing and motivating teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Good understanding of quality standards, hygiene procedures, and health & safety requirements
  • Comfortable completing production paperwork and using internal systems
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with strong communication and organisational skills

This role would suit an existing Line Leader, Senior Operative, or Step-Up Supervisor looking to progress further.

What’s On Offer

  • Temp to perm opportunity after 12 weeks
  • Overtime paid at 1.33x
  • Stable, long-term opportunity
  • Supportive management team
  • Opportunities for further leadership development

For more information, contact our Dudley Team

Telephone: 07880032489
Email: dudley@conceptrecruitment.com

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