Upington Production Team Lead — Growth & Benefits

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a proactive Production Team Lead to guide a team on the shop floor, drive daily targets, and uphold quality and safety standards. You will supervise operations, train staff, monitor processes, and collaborate with supervisors and other departments to maintain a clean, efficient, and productive work environment.

The role requires at least 3 years in manufacturing, leadership experience, strong communication, and a practical understanding of

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a team leadership or supervisory role is essential.
• Understanding of production processes and equipment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and guide a team.
• Basic problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of health and safety standards in manufacturing.
• Ability to work shifts if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of production operators on the shop floor.
• Ensure daily production targets are met efficiently and effectively.
• Monitor production processes, identifying and addressing issues.
• Enforce safety regulations and company policies within the team.
• Provide on-the-job training and coaching to team members.
• Ensure products meet quality standards through regular checks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with production supervisors and other departments.
• Promote a team-oriented atmosphere and encourage employee engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Production processes

Communication

Problem solving

Health & safety

Shift work

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a proactive Production Team Lead to guide a team on the shop floor, drive daily targets, and uphold quality and safety standards. You will supervise operations, train staff, monitor processes, and collaborate with supervisors and other departments to maintain a clean, efficient, and productive work environment.

The role requires at least 3 years in manufacturing, leadership experience, strong communication, and a practical understanding of