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 metWork closely with Supervisors and fellow Team Leaders to allocate labour and prioritise workloads effectivelyEnsure all team members are fully trained and competent to carry out their rolesIdentify and resolve day–to–day production issues using basic problem–solving techniquesEscalate concerns relating to quality, processes, equipment, materials or staffing to the Production SupervisorLiaise with Production, Materials and Warehouse teams to address and resolve operational issuesMonitor and maintain standard working practices across the cellCommunicate regularly with the team to provide updates, direction and feedbackSupport continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency projectsRemain hands–on when required, assisting with the assembly and build of productsAdhere to all company policies, procedures and documented work instructionsFollow detailed assembly processes accurately and consistentlyMaintain a clean, safe and well–organised work environmentPromote and uphold Health & Safety standards at all timesSkills, Experience & Person Specification

Proven ability to follow technical instructions, drawings and diagrams accuratelyExperience working to tight deadlines while maintaining high levels of quality and accuracyStrong leadership and team–coordination skillsConfident decision–maker with a practical, solutions–focused approachComputer literate with the ability to use basic systems and softwareReliable, conscientious and committed to high standards of workFlexible and adaptable, with a willingness to take on a variety of dutiesStrong communication skills at all levelsSupportive, approachable and team–oriented in styleA 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 Friday24 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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