As a Production Assembly Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating assembly activities to ensure products are built efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. You will provide day-to-day leadership in the Workshop, ensuring orders are met while maintaining compliance with technical drawings, specifications, and company procedure.
Our commitment to you will be to ensure that you always have the best support and the opportunity for professional and career development within the business. By joining B&B you will join a team of people who are passionate to succeed.
Why join us:
Founded in 1980, B&B Attachments Ltd has grown to become the UK’s leading independent supplier of forklift truck attachments and masts, offering the widest range of products available from a single source. With two sites at Cramlington, Northumberland and Basingstoke totalling 40,000 square feet and a nationwide, mobile aftercare service, B&B Attachments is unrivalled in its ability to support its customers before, during and after sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate assembly team activities to meet daily production schedules
- Monitor performance, productivity, and quality, resolving issues promptly to minimize downtime
- Train and mentor team members, ensuring correct methods and adherence to standard operating procedures
- Conduct regular inspections for safety, quality, and housekeeping compliance
- Collaborate positively and effectively with various departments to optimize production flow
- Maintain accurate records of output, materials, and attendance
- Lead problem-solving initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement projects
- Ensure staff compliance with health and safety policies and maintain a positive, safe working environment
- Support with recruitment and onboarding of new team members
Skills and Experience
- Currently working in a supervisory role with proven experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment
- Must have Hydraulics experience
- Must have a strong understanding of Hydraulics
- Must have basic understanding of electrical circuitry
- Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship qualification (or equivalent)
- Strong Mechanical knowledge and skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Competent in using production monitoring systems and basic Microsoft Office tools
- Proven track record of implementing change
Personal Attributes
- High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
- Ability to encourage the team through positivity
- Confident, hands-on leader who can motivate and support an assembly team
- Strong problem-solving approach
- Safety-conscious
Desirable
- Forklift licence
- Understanding of lean manufacturing principles is desirable
Salary : Depending on experience
Experience:
- Hydraulics: 3 years (required)
- Team Leader or Management: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
