Team Leader / Assembly Operator

Description

Team Leader / Assembly Operator

Dartford, Kent

£13.03 - £13.95 per hour (DOE)

Premier Recruitment Group are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business based in Dartford.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a Team Leader / Assembly Operator to join their production team. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone with strong assembly experience who enjoys motivating and supporting a team while remaining actively involved on the shop floor.

The Role

The Team Leader will act as a key leadership resource for team members, providing knowledge, experience, motivation, support and guidance. You will ensure correct procedures are followed, quality standards are maintained and production targets are achieved. You may also be required to share technical knowledge, assembly techniques and best practice to improve quality and efficiency.

This is a hands-on role that includes building products alongside the team when required.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, support and motivate team members to ensure production targets and customer demands are consistently met

Work closely with Supervisors and fellow Team Leaders to allocate labour and prioritise workloads effectively

Ensure all team members are fully trained and competent to carry out their roles

Identify and resolve day-to-day production issues using basic problem-solving techniques

Escalate concerns relating to quality, processes, equipment, materials or staffing to the Production Supervisor

Liaise with Production, Materials and Warehouse teams to address and resolve operational issues

Monitor and maintain standard working practices across the cell

Communicate regularly with the team to provide updates, direction and feedback

Support continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency projects

Remain hands-on when required, assisting with the assembly and build of products

Adhere to all company policies, procedures and documented work instructions

Follow detailed assembly processes accurately and consistently

Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised work environment

Promote and uphold Health & Safety standards at all timesSkills, Experience & Person Specification

Proven ability to follow technical instructions, drawings and diagrams accurately

Experience working to tight deadlines while maintaining high levels of quality xjnqpsq and accuracy

Strong leadership and team-coordination skills

Confident decision-maker with a practical, solutions-focused approach

Computer literate with the ability to use basic systems and software

Reliable, conscientious and committed to high standards of work

Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to take on a variety of duties

Strong communication skills at all levels

Supportive, approachable and team-oriented in style

A supportive and team-focused attitude

Job Specifics & Benefits

Hourly rate: £13.03 - £13.95 per hour (depending on experience)

Working hours: 08:00 - 16:30, Monday to Friday

24 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)

To apply

Please submit your CV or contact the Dartford Team on - (phone number removed)

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