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Jackson Hogg is working with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit a Production Line Leader for their Electrical Production site based in Melsonby.

This role is ideal for a strong hands-on operator who enjoys leading by example on the shop floor. You’ll spend the majority of your time actively involved in production, while also supporting, guiding and coordinating a small team of assembly operators to ensure daily targets are met safely and efficiently.

The Role

As a Production Line Leader, you will work closely with the Production Manager to support daily operations. Approximately 60% of the role will be hands-on production, with the remaining 40% focused on coordinating people, quality and workflow.

You’ll act as the go-to person on shift, helping to keep production running smoothly while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

* Carrying out hands-on electro-mechanical assembly and production work

* Leading and supporting a team of assembly operators on a day-to-day basis

* Coordinating daily tasks in line with production plans

* Overseeing Traffic Controller production, testing and basic quality checks

* Supporting safety and quality standards across the team

* Assisting with problem-solving and production issues as they arise

* Promoting Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities

* Supporting training, development and motivation of team members

* Acting as a communication link between operators and management

What We’re Looking For

* Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience in an electro-mechanical production or assembly environment

* Experience acting as a Lead Operator, Senior Operator or informal team lead

* Strong practical problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset

* Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement principles

* Comfortable planning tasks and following documented processes

* Basic IT skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)

* A hands-on, lead-from-the-front approach

What’s On Offer

* Salary up to £32,000 per year DOE

* 25 days holiday, rising to 28 days (excluding bank holidays)

* Option to buy additional annual leave

* Your birthday off

* Employee discounts portal (Perkbox)

* Generous employer pension contributions

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Life assurance

* Supportive working environment with genuine development opportunities