TX-R-162,TX-R-162 / Team Leader: Production

BMW Group; Akasia; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in South Africa is seeking a dedicated individual to lead and manage all aspects of the production team. In this role, you will oversee a team of Physical Logistics operators to ensure efficiency, safety, and adherence to quality standards. The ideal candidate should have a background in leadership within a production environment and possess knowledge of BMW systems and related processes. A commitment to continuous improvement and achieving targets is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership and managing a team within a production environment.
• Knowledge of BMW systems and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control all aspects of the work unit to achieve targets.
• Lead a team of Physical Logistics operators.
• Implement and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Manage section budget to remain cost-effective.

Education

Leadership/Management qualifications

3 -5 years’ experience in production environment/motor/related industry

Process leader work organization training or PSP training

Working experience of BMW system and procedures

Job description

Purpose

• To plan, lead, organize and control all aspects and activities within the specific work unit to ensure the daily meeting of targets (quality, cost, delivery and safety) and continuous improvement through the disciplinary supervision of hourly associates, coaching of process supporters and all line activities while improving all relevant standards.
• Leading a team of Physical Logistics operators to ensure all warehouse tasks, incl. supply to the line / SUMA
• To achieve daily volume targets through mean time to repair and mean time between failures by proactively managing and initiating
• To identify non-conformances, provide all customer concerns to the associates, initiate problem solving and implement robust solutions
• To ensure process adherence, optimise and monitor core processes to ensure stability and continuous improvement
• To manage and achieve allocated section budget as cost per unit target for the section to remain profitable and cost effective
• To ensure a healthy and safe environment through enforcing compliance to JMS requirements
• Daily implementation of work organisation within areas of responsibility to drive effective communication and structured work within the production system

Education

• Leadership/Management qualifications would be an advantage.
• 3 -5 years’ experience in production environment/ motor/ related industry.
• Process leader work organization training or PSP training
• Working experience of BMW system and procedures