Durban Production Line Lead: Growth, Training & Overtime

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an energetic Production Line Team Lead for its Durban manufacturing facility. You will lead a team of production operators on a single line, ensuring safe, efficient operation and daily target attainment.

You will coach staff, monitor quality, maintain logs, and report line performance. The role demands hands-on leadership, good communication, and a solid understanding of production processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Technical certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience on a manufacturing production line.
• Proven ability to lead or supervise a small team.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of 5-10 production operators daily.
• Ensure production activities comply with safety regulations and policies.
• Monitor line performance and address immediate issues.
• Train new team members on operations, safety and quality standards.
• Lead daily huddles to share targets, safety updates and feedback.
• Maintain production logs and report on team performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Production knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 seeks an energetic Production Line Team Lead for its Durban manufacturing facility. You will lead a team of production operators on a single line, ensuring safe, efficient operation and daily target attainment.

You will coach staff, monitor quality, maintain logs, and report line performance. The role demands hands-on leadership, good communication, and a solid understanding of production processes in a fast-paced environment.