Lead Production Team in Soweto — Safe, High-Impact Output

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Annual bonuses

Supportive team atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Production Team Leader to guide a production line, ensuring daily output and quality targets while upholding safety standards.

You'll mentor staff, provide on-the-job training, and coordinate with supervisors to resolve issues, drive improvements, and maintain a positive, high-performing manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a proactive approach to operations, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to drive daily output and quality targets while maintaining safety standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a hands-on leadership style.
• Proactive in identifying operational issues and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a production team to achieve daily production goals and quality standards.
• Oversee the daily operations of the production line, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Monitor production output and quality, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations and promoting safe work practices.
• Provide on-the-job training and development for team members.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other departments regarding production status and issues.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Production Team Leader to guide a production line, ensuring daily output and quality targets while upholding safety standards.

You'll mentor staff, provide on-the-job training, and coordinate with supervisors to resolve issues, drive improvements, and maintain a positive, high-performing manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a proactive approach to operations, safety, and continuous improvement.