Production Line Leader

Location: Kingswinford

Production Line Leader – Temp to Perm

Location:

Kingswinford

Contract:

Temporary to Permanent (after 12 weeks)

Shifts:

Monday to Friday - 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm rotating weekly.
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