Manufacturing / production Team Leader - shift leader (Permanent) Port Elizabeth

MyCareerCraft; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft seeks a hands-on Manufacturing/Production Team Leader to supervise a shift on a permanent basis in Port Elizabeth. You will lead a proactive team, ensure machines run smoothly, and uphold quality and safety standards on the floor.

Responsibilities include driving production targets, coordinating maintenance, controlling costs and collaborating across departments to keep operations flowing. Strong leadership and technical background are essential.

Qualifications

• Matric with Maths and Science (Higher Grade) is required.
• Diploma in a Technical or Production-related field.
• Technical or Production-related Certificate (NQF 5) Trade Test.
• First Line Management Certificate (NQF 5).
• 5+ years in production/maintenance in manufacturing, with 2+ years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead your shift, motivate and support the team to hit production targets.
• Ensure smooth production with optimal use of resources, machines and people.
• Maintain high quality checks, safety compliance and housekeeping.
• Plan ahead to prevent breakdowns and arrange maintenance.
• Manage costs, stay on budget and look for savings.
• Collaborate with other departments to keep operations flowing.
• Document production records, maintenance logs, and safety checks.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Organisational skills

Team player

Education

Matric (Grade 12) with Maths and Science

Diploma in Technical or Production-related field

Technical or Production-related Certificate (NQF 5) Trade Test

First Line Management Certificate (NQF 5)

Tools

MS Office

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Manufacturing / production Team Leader - shift leader (Permanent) Port Elizabeth

Job Openings Manufacturing / production Team Leader - shift leader (Permanent) Port Elizabeth

About the job Manufacturing / production Team Leader - shift leader (Permanent) Port Elizabeth

Are you ready to step up and take charge of a fast-paced production floor?
Were looking for a hands-on, energetic Shift Supervisor who can lead a team, keep the machines running, and ensure top-quality products roll out on time every time.

What youll need

• Matric (Grade 12) with Maths and Science (Higher Grade pass).
• Diploma in a Technical or Production-related field
• Technical or Production-related Certificate (NQF 5) Trade Test .
• First Line Management Certificate (NQF 5)
• 5+ years in production/maintenance in manufacturing, with 2+ years at supervisory level.

What youll do

• Lead your shift like a pro guide, motivate, and support your team to hit production targets.
• Keep production smooth make sure resources, machines, and people are working at their best.
• Maintain high standards quality checks, safety compliance, and housekeeping are always on your watch.
• Plan ahead prevent breakdowns by arranging maintenance and keeping equipment in top shape.
• Stay on budget avoid waste, control costs, and look for smart savings.
• Work with others team up with different departments to keep operations flowing.
• Document everything complete production records, maintenance logs, and safety checks.

Skills & strengths we love

• Confident leader who can make quick, smart decisions.
• Strong problem-solver with great organisational skills.
• Safety-conscious and detail-driven.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing production and maintenance.
• Good with computers (MS Office, SAP, ERP systems).
• A team player whos also cool under pressure.

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