Production Shift Manager

Placements24; East London; Sur place; ZAR 350 000 - 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Provident fund

Overtime pay

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is recruiting a Production Shift Manager for our East London, Eastern Cape facility. The role oversees a production shift, ensuring safe, efficient operation and quality standards while guiding a team of operators and technicians.

You will lead on process monitoring, address deviations, and drive continuous improvement. A relevant engineering or operations degree is preferred, with 4+ years in production and 2+ years in supervision.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a production environment with supervisory experience.
• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations for South Africa manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Based in East London or able to commute.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team.

Responsabilités

• Supervise production activities during a shift to meet targets.
• Lead and support operators and technicians.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor processes and address deviations or breakdowns.
• Maintain accurate records of output, quality checks, and incidents.
• Enforce company policies for production operations.
• Coordinate with other shift managers for smooth handover.
• Participate in continuous improvement to reduce waste.
• Conduct regular team briefings and provide feedback.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Safety knowledge

Formation

Engineering/Operations degree or diploma

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company operating in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking a diligent and motivated Production Shift Manager . This role is essential for overseeing a specific production shift, ensuring that all operational activities are executed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with quality standards. The successful candidate will be a natural leader, capable of managing a team of production staff, troubleshooting operational issues, and driving productivity during their assigned shift. Join a reputable organization committed to excellence in the industrial sector of East London .

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all production activities during a designated shift, ensuring targets are met within established timeframes.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of production operators and technicians, providing guidance and support.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations on the production floor.
• Monitor production processes and equipment performance, identifying and addressing any deviations or breakdowns promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of production output, quality checks, and any incidents or issues that occur during the shift.
• Implement and enforce company policies and procedures relevant to production operations.
• Collaborate with other shift managers and departments to ensure smooth handover and continuous production flow.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing waste.
• Conduct regular team briefings and provide feedback to employees.

Requirements

• A National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred, but significant relevant experience will be considered.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in a production environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role within manufacturing .
• Demonstrated understanding of production processes, machinery operation, and basic quality control principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations pertinent to a manufacturing plant in South Africa .
• Good organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required.
• Must be based in or able to commute to East London .

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package with the potential for overtime pay.
• Benefits include contributions to a medical aid scheme and a provident fund.
• Opportunities for skills development and career progression within the company are available.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave are provided.
• Our client fosters a team-oriented work environment within its East London manufacturing facility in the Eastern Cape .