Line Leader
Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library
Great Lea Common, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£20 - £21 Hourly
Contract/Project
Line LeaderSalary: £35–38k
Location: Reading
Hours: 6:30am–3pm Monday to Friday
Job Type: 6 month Contract
Rate: £18-21 Umbrella or £15-16 PAYE
About the Line LeaderWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Line Leader to oversee a team within an engineering environment. You will manage a team of assemblers, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of all production activities. This role is central to maintaining workflow, meeting output targets, and driving continuous improvement across the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role, enjoys problem solving, and is passionate about developing people and processes.
Key Responsibilities of the Line Leader
Lead, support, and develop a team of operators, including performance management and regular feedback
Allocate daily tasks and plan workloads, including smooth handovers between early and late shifts
Ensure production output is delivered on time and to the required quality standards
Investigate and resolve issues affecting production performance, implementing corrective actions
Communicate daily priorities and critical tasks to the Production Manager
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve processes and resolve manufacturability issues
Using ERP system
Reading drawings
Bill of MaterialsEssential Experience & Skills of the Line Leader
2 years’ experience leading or supervising teams in a manufacturing or production environment
Experience working with advanced production technologies or technical equipment
Strong planning and resource allocation skills
Confident using operational technology systems and identifying requirements for new toolsWhy Apply for the Line Leader?This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a critical manufacturing function within a forward-thinking engineering environment.
If you would like to know more, please apply or contact Ellis at Orion
Location: Reading
Hours: 6:30am–3pm Monday to Friday
Job Type: 6 month Contract
Rate: £18-21 Umbrella or £15-16 PAYE
About the Line LeaderWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Line Leader to oversee a team within an engineering environment. You will manage a team of assemblers, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of all production activities. This role is central to maintaining workflow, meeting output targets, and driving continuous improvement across the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role, enjoys problem solving, and is passionate about developing people and processes.
Key Responsibilities of the Line Leader
Lead, support, and develop a team of operators, including performance management and regular feedback
Allocate daily tasks and plan workloads, including smooth handovers between early and late shifts
Ensure production output is delivered on time and to the required quality standards
Investigate and resolve issues affecting production performance, implementing corrective actions
Communicate daily priorities and critical tasks to the Production Manager
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve processes and resolve manufacturability issues
Using ERP system
Reading drawings
Bill of MaterialsEssential Experience & Skills of the Line Leader
2 years’ experience leading or supervising teams in a manufacturing or production environment
Experience working with advanced production technologies or technical equipment
Strong planning and resource allocation skills
Confident using operational technology systems and identifying requirements for new toolsWhy Apply for the Line Leader?This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a critical manufacturing function within a forward-thinking engineering environment.
If you would like to know more, please apply or contact Ellis at Orion
Reference: 225206162
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Line Leader
Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library
Great Lea Common, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£20 - £21 Hourly
Contract/Project
Line LeaderSalary: £35–38k
Location: Reading
Hours: 6:30am–3pm Monday to Friday
Job Type: 6 month Contract
Rate: £18-21 Umbrella or £15-16 PAYE
About the Line LeaderWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Line Leader to oversee a team within an engineering environment. You will manage a team of assemblers, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of all production activities. This role is central to maintaining workflow, meeting output targets, and driving continuous improvement across the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role, enjoys problem solving, and is passionate about developing people and processes.
Key Responsibilities of the Line Leader
Lead, support, and develop a team of operators, including performance management and regular feedback
Allocate daily tasks and plan workloads, including smooth handovers between early and late shifts
Ensure production output is delivered on time and to the required quality standards
Investigate and resolve issues affecting production performance, implementing corrective actions
Communicate daily priorities and critical tasks to the Production Manager
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve processes and resolve manufacturability issues
Using ERP system
Reading drawings
Bill of MaterialsEssential Experience & Skills of the Line Leader
2 years’ experience leading or supervising teams in a manufacturing or production environment
Experience working with advanced production technologies or technical equipment
Strong planning and resource allocation skills
Confident using operational technology systems and identifying requirements for new toolsWhy Apply for the Line Leader?This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a critical manufacturing function within a forward-thinking engineering environment.
If you would like to know more, please apply or contact Ellis at Orion
Location: Reading
Hours: 6:30am–3pm Monday to Friday
Job Type: 6 month Contract
Rate: £18-21 Umbrella or £15-16 PAYE
About the Line LeaderWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Line Leader to oversee a team within an engineering environment. You will manage a team of assemblers, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of all production activities. This role is central to maintaining workflow, meeting output targets, and driving continuous improvement across the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership role, enjoys problem solving, and is passionate about developing people and processes.
Key Responsibilities of the Line Leader
Lead, support, and develop a team of operators, including performance management and regular feedback
Allocate daily tasks and plan workloads, including smooth handovers between early and late shifts
Ensure production output is delivered on time and to the required quality standards
Investigate and resolve issues affecting production performance, implementing corrective actions
Communicate daily priorities and critical tasks to the Production Manager
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve processes and resolve manufacturability issues
Using ERP system
Reading drawings
Bill of MaterialsEssential Experience & Skills of the Line Leader
2 years’ experience leading or supervising teams in a manufacturing or production environment
Experience working with advanced production technologies or technical equipment
Strong planning and resource allocation skills
Confident using operational technology systems and identifying requirements for new toolsWhy Apply for the Line Leader?This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a critical manufacturing function within a forward-thinking engineering environment.
If you would like to know more, please apply or contact Ellis at Orion
Reference: 225206162
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