We are recruiting for a General Assembly Team Leader to join our client’s manufacturing operation in Leicester.
You will oversee a team of assembly operatives while remaining hands-on with production activities. The role combines team supervision, pump assembly, basic machine operation, warehouse support and maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and allocate work across the General Assembly team.
• Assemble pumps and support production across different areas when required.
• Operate and carry out basic set-up of machinery.
• Coordinate with warehouse, office and other internal departments.
• Assist with picking, labelling, pallet preparation and returning materials.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow company procedures, SOPs and health & safety requirements.
• Report hazards, near misses and other safety concerns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving efficiency.
• Train, guide and coach team members, leading by example.
• Complete other reasonable duties associated with the role.
What We’re Looking For
• Previous experience within manufacturing, production or a similar environment.
• GCSE-level education or equivalent.
• Basic IT skills, including familiarity with scanners/scan guns.
• Strong spoken and written English.
• Previous experience supervising or supporting a team is desirable.
• Good communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Able to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.
• Self-motivated, adaptable and comfortable working independently.
• Positive team attitude with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Reliable approach to following procedures and maintaining safe working practices.