Production Lead: Ops Excellence & Quality

Giesecke+Devrient; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company in Johannesburg is seeking a Production Leader to oversee the production department. The role involves ensuring efficient operations, meeting production targets, and maintaining quality standards. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years in high-volume production, experience in a leadership role, and knowledge of compliance frameworks. This position requires strong leadership and problem-solving skills in a secure production environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in a high-volume, secure production environment.
• 3+ years in a supervisory or team leadership role.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production operations to meet targets.
• Allocate resources and manage shift schedules.
• Enforce quality standards across production lines.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Production Management

Certifications in Lean Manufacturing

Tools

Quality control tools

Automated production systems

Job description

A leading production company in Johannesburg is seeking a Production Leader to oversee the production department. The role involves ensuring efficient operations, meeting production targets, and maintaining quality standards. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years in high-volume production, experience in a leadership role, and knowledge of compliance frameworks. This position requires strong leadership and problem-solving skills in a secure production environment.