Plastics Extrusion Shift Lead - Grow & Mentor Team

AtripleA recruitment & temps; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 163,934 - 221,793; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund with MIBFA

Job summary

AtripleA recruitment & temps is sourcing a Shift Supervisor for a plastics extrusion operation. The role focuses on leading a 10-person production shift, coordinating activities and ensuring safe, efficient operation of extrusion lines.

The candidate should have 5–10 years experience in manufacturing, an artisan trade, and a supervisor/training certification. The position includes overtime and shift allowances.

Qualifications

• Qualified artisan in electrical/mechanical trades.
• Minimum N3 qualification.
• 5–10 years work experience.
• Plastic pipe extrusion background advantageous.
• Certification in Supervisor/Training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a production shift of ~10 staff.
• Ensure smooth start-up and adjustments of machinery.
• Log machine parameters and monitor uptime/downtime.
• Maintain safety, quality and housekeeping according to ISO9001.
• Attend to breakdowns and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct Best Practice Training Sessions.

Skills

Team leadership / supervision

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Coaching and mentoring

Good attitude / teamwork

Fault finding / troubleshooting

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Office

Education

N3 qualification

Artisan qualification (Electrician/Fitter/Millwright)

Supervisor/Training certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AtripleA recruitment & temps is sourcing a Shift Supervisor for a plastics extrusion operation. The role focuses on leading a 10-person production shift, coordinating activities and ensuring safe, efficient operation of extrusion lines.

The candidate should have 5–10 years experience in manufacturing, an artisan trade, and a supervisor/training certification. The position includes overtime and shift allowances.