Line Leader, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Our client, a well‑established leader in the logistics sector, is recruiting for a Line Leader on a Temporary to Permanent basis at their Minworth depot. This is an afternoon shift role working Monday to Friday, 13:45pm - 22:15pm.

As Line Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing production lines and leading a team to ensure output, quality, hygiene, and safety standards are consistently achieved. You will play a key role in driving performance, maintaining compliance, and supporting continuous improvement across the operation.

• Lead and motivate a team to achieve daily and hourly production targets
• Manage labour and production lines to meet planned volumes and commercial requirements
• Ensure products meet client specifications and quality standards
• Monitor efficiency, minimise downtime, and reduce waste
• Maintain compliance with health & safety, GMP, and hygiene standards at all times
• Ensure all areas meet internal and external audit requirements
• Accurately complete all paperwork and update integrated systems
• Identify, report, and support resolution of health & safety issues
• Support training and development of new starters and agency staff
• Liaise with agency controllers and provide ongoing performance feedback
• Conduct return-to-work and disciplinary meetings where required
• Attend team leader meetings and contribute to operational reviews
• Actively support continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as a role model for best practice across the site
• Participate in appraisals and take ownership of personal development
• Carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role

• Experience in a supervisory or team leader role within production, logistics, or warehousing
• Strong understanding of production targets, labour control, and efficiency measures
• Knowledge of GMP, hygiene standards, and health & safety compliance
• Confident using systems and maintaining accurate records
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A proactive approach with a focus on quality and continuous improvement