Production Team Leader

TEAM LEADER – PRODUCTION

Location: Johannesburg South, South Africa
Industry: Manufacturing / Production

A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Team Leader to oversee production operations and lead a high-performing team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can drive productivity, ensure quality standards, and manage teams effectively while maintaining operational efficiency.

The Role

You will be responsible for leading a production team, ensuring output targets are met while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership & People Management

• Leading and supervising production staff, including operators and support teams
• Driving a positive, productive, and performance-focused team culture
• Providing coaching, mentoring, and ongoing development support
• Managing HR-related matters such as leave planning, queries, and basic IR issues
• Handling conflict resolution and promoting strong team engagement

Production & Productivity

• Supporting production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Ensuring daily production targets and deadlines are achieved
• Monitoring workflows to maximise efficiency and minimise downtime
• Identifying bottlenecks and implementing process improvements
• Analysing production data to drive performance improvements

Quality Control & Continuous Improvement

• Ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications
• Conducting regular quality checks and inspections
• Collaborating with technical teams to resolve quality issues
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste
• Implementing and maintaining quality control processes

Reporting & Performance Management

• Tracking and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Maintaining accurate production and performance records
• Providing regular updates to management on team and operational performance
• Supporting data-driven decision-making through reporting and analysis

Customer & Operational Alignment

• Ensuring production outputs meet internal customer expectations
• Collaborating with other departments to align production schedules
• Communicating effectively across teams to ensure smooth workflow
• Proactively addressing issues that may impact delivery timelines

Compliance & Housekeeping

• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping (5S) within the production area
• Reporting machinery issues and coordinating with maintenance teams
• Ensuring proper use, storage, and handling of equipment and materials

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Key requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Operations or Production Management (or equivalent)
• Leadership or supervisory training (essential)
• 3–5 years' experience in a production or manufacturing environment
• Proven experience leading and managing teams
• Strong understanding of production planning, quality control, and productivity principles
• Proficiency in MS Office

WHO YOU ARE

• A strong leader with excellent people management skills
• Results-driven with a focus on productivity and efficiency
• Detail-oriented with a strong quality focus
• A problem-solver who can make decisions under pressure
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• A coach and mentor who develops team capability
• Organised with strong time management skills

WHY THIS ROLE

• Opportunity to lead a production team in a dynamic environment
• Hands-on role with direct impact on operational performance
• Exposure to continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives
• Opportunity to develop leadership and operational management skills
• Stable role within a structured production environment

Should you not be contacted within two weeks, please take your application as unsuccessful.