Line Leader

CompanyEssity

LocationNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/22/2026

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Occupation Type

Assemblers and routine operatives not elsewhere classified.

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Description

About The Role

As a Line Leader at Prudhoe site, you will take ownership of a production line and lead a team of 23 dedicated professionals. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will collaborate closely with engineers and operators to deliver results that matter.

We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk.

What You Will Do

Lead and Manage Team: Provide leadership and guidance to a team of 23, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.
Ensure Operational Standards: Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and manufacturing excellence standards across the line.
Drive Performance: Monitor KPIs, manage timekeeping, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with Engineers: Work closely with process, mechanical, and electrical engineers to optimize line performance.

Manage Maintenance Plans: Oversee the execution of maintenance schedules and ensure cost efficiency.

Support TPM and SAP Processes: Facilitate Total Productive Maintenance rollout and SAP-based workflows.

Coach and Develop Team: Promote learning and growth through onboarding, coaching, and performance management.

Who You Are

University degree preferred.
Demonstratable people management experience in manufacturing or production environments.
Technical understanding of manufacturing processes.
TPM and SAP knowledge is a plus.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills combined with resilience and adaptability.
Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.

Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

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Application End Date:

03 lut 2026

Job Requisition ID:

Essity268945