Production Team Leader

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Production Team Leader for a Kimberley manufacturing site. You will guide a production team, ensure targets are met, and uphold high safety and quality standards on the shop floor.

You will lead daily operations, mentor staff, drive continuous improvement, and foster a positive, results‑driven culture. The role offers leadership growth and a supportive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in an industrial setting.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of production operatives, ensuring high performance and morale.
• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring targets are met in terms of volume, quality, and timeliness.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure working environment.
• Monitor production processes, identify issues, and implement solutions to minimize downtime and waste.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Ensure adherence to quality control standards throughout the production process.

Skills

Team Leadership

Production Operations

Safety Protocols

Communication

Problem-Solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a dynamic and experienced Production Team Leader to guide and motivate a team at their Kimberley manufacturing site. In this hands‑on role, you will ensure that production targets are met while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. You will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, providing guidance and support to your team, and fostering a positive and productive work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a natural leader to make a significant impact on the production floor and develop their career within the manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of production operatives, ensuring high performance and morale.
• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring targets are met in terms of volume, quality, and timeliness.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure working environment.
• Monitor production processes, identify issues, and implement solutions to minimize downtime and waste.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Ensure adherence to quality control standards throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production operations and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in an industrial setting.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick, informed decisions.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• A supportive and team-oriented workplace.