Team Lead - SMD

BAT; Jhelum; On-site; PKR 1,116,000 - 1,674,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Health plans and benefits

Work-life balance initiatives

Transportation support

Flexible holiday plan

Job summary

BAT is inviting applications for a Team Lead - SMD in Jhelum, Pakistan. You will schedule and control shift operations to meet daily/weekly/monthly targets and drive MQI/FQI quality, while safeguarding product integrity.

You will oversee maintenance, improve process reliability, mentor shift teams and ensure EH&S compliance. Strong leadership, SAP knowledge, and ISO/SPC awareness are essential. This role offers growth within BAT's dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering.
• 1-2 years of experience in Operations Management.
• Proven initiative, drive, and leadership abilities to lead a team with decision-making and resource management skills.
• Effective interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Outstanding leadership and conflict management skills.
• Working experience with SAP is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of Quality systems, ISO 9001/14001, and SPC.
• Ability to enforce rigor and set outstanding work practices within the team.
• Good knowledge of the ANT System.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and control shift operations effectively to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Ensure the manufacturing of high-quality products by meeting/exceeding MQI and FQI targets, improving processes to reduce/eliminate market complaints, and protecting product integrity.
• Manage and aid in all maintenance efforts to keep machines functioning efficiently and decrease periods of inactivity.
• Drive breakthrough results in Process Reliability, Planned and Unplanned Downtime while delivering against the Master Production Schedule.
• Mentor and develop EOs and encourage multiskilling in shift.
• Maintain positive connections with CBA representatives to ensure smooth operations on the floor.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Company EH&S policies on the shop floor to provide a safe and healthy work environment.
• Encourage shop floor employees to come up with new and different ideas for work to ensure continuous improvement processes.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict management

SAP (desirable)

ISO knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

ANT System

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

Pakistan Tobacco Company has an exciting opportunity for a Team Lead - SMD in Jhelum, Pakistan

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Schedule and control shift operations effectively to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Ensure the manufacturing of high-quality products by meeting/exceeding MQI and FQI targets, improving processes to reduce/eliminate market complaints, and protecting product integrity.
• Manage and aid in all maintenance efforts to keep machines functioning efficiently and decrease periods of inactivity.
• Drive breakthrough results in Process Reliability, Planned and Unplanned Downtime while delivering against the Master Production Schedule.
• Mentor and develop EOs and encourage multiskilling in shift.
• Maintain positive connections with CBA representatives to ensure smooth operations on the floor.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Company EH&S policies on the shop floor to provide a safe and healthy work environment.
• Encourage shop floor employees to come up with new and different ideas for work to ensure continuous improvement processes.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering
• 1-2 years of experience in Operations Management.
• Proven initiative, drive, and leadership abilities to lead a team with decision-making and resource management skills.
• Effective interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Outstanding leadership and conflict management skills.
• Working experience with SAP is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of Quality systems, ISO 9001/14001, and SPC.
• Ability to enforce rigor and set outstanding work practices within the team.
• Good knowledge of the ANT System.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.