Production Line Lead

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Medical aid

provident fund

Skills development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Production Line Lead for our Durban manufacturing facility. You will supervise a designated production line, guide operators, and drive daily output and quality targets on the shop floor with hybrid oversight.

You will troubleshoot, support continuous improvement, and ensure health and safety compliance while collaborating with maintenance to resolve equipment issues; this role offers growth within a collaborative, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Led teams in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of production line operations, workflows and QC principles.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making on the factory floor.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to motivate a team.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid on-site/remote coordination setup.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a designated production line, ensuring schedules and targets are met.
• Direct and support production line operators with clear instructions and feedback.
• Monitor processes for quality deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Identify bottlenecks and coordinate with maintenance for swift resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations on the floor.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Production line operations

Quality control

Problem-solving

Communication

Hybrid work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and hands-on Production Line Lead to join their vibrant manufacturing facility in Durban. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of a specific production line, guiding a team of operators to meet daily output and quality targets. You will be responsible for on-the-floor supervision, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced team leader in manufacturing to step up and play a key role in operational excellence, with a blend of on-site and remote oversight responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a designated production line, ensuring adherence to schedules and targets.
• Direct and support production line operators, providing clear instructions and performance feedback.
• Monitor production processes for quality deviations and implement immediate corrective actions.
• Identify and address operational bottlenecks, collaborating with maintenance for swift resolution of equipment issues.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations on the production floor.
• Contribute to the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a team leader or supervisor in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of production line operations, workflow, and quality control principles.
• Strong practical skills in problem-solving and decision-making on the factory floor.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate a team.
• Flexibility to work in a hybrid model, with both on-site presence and potential for remote coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for shift allowances.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for skills development and advancement within the company.
• A dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Access to a hybrid work setup for improved work-life integration.