Production Team Leader at Unique Personnel

Brief Description of Key Performance Areas:

• Lead by example, demonstrating the company's values and promoting a positive, productive team culture. 
• Manage and supervise the production team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output. 
• Handle HR-related challenges as and when required (Leave planning, queries etc).
• Ensure the daily planned schedule and productivity targets are met. 
• Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement and implement changes to optimize efficiency, productivity, and quality. 
• Monitor and optimize production workflows to minimize waste, reduce downtime, and maximize output 
• Identify and address bottlenecks or constraints in the production process 
• Execute and maintain quality control processes to ensure products meet company's quality standards. 
• Collaborate with the technical team to identify and resolve quality issues promptly. 
• Improve efficiency and cost control. 
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes, reduce waste, and improve customer satisfaction.
• Analyse production data and participate in continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Monitor 5’s in the department and keep machinery/equipment clean. 
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency in production processes 
• Communicate effectively with production staff, other departments, and management to ensure seamless workflow and resolve any issues that may arise. 
• Be involved in production planning to meet customer deadlines and expectations. 
• Ensure that all tasks are executed in a safe manner with due regard for company’s policies and procedures, regulations specific to the use of equipment and products and regulations prescribed by the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Report unsafe acts / working conditions / injury on duty to the supervisor immediately

Inherent Requirements    
Minimum Skills and Knowledge required:

• National Diploma or Degree in Operations Management, Production Management or equivalent. 
• Leadership and management training or certification i.e. supervisory or junior management courses is essential.
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
• 3 - 5 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, promotional products industry. 
• Proven leadership and management experience 
• Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, and productivity management principles. 
• Communication skills

Behavioural Dimensions Required:

• Leadership and people management 
• Accountability and ownership 
• Attention to detail 
• Conflict resolution and interpersonal sensitivity 
• Decision-making under pressure 
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Coaching and mentoring 
• Continuous improvement mindset 
• Results orientated.
• Time management