Team Leader Production at The Coca-Cola Company

Job Description    

• Production Planning and Execution
• Operational Problem-Solving
• Team Leadership and People Management
• Root Cause Analysis and Continuous Improvement (Lean/Six Sigma)
• Health, Safety, Quality & Environment (SHEQ) Compliance
• Line Efficiency and Waste Management
• Production Reporting and Data Analysis
• Cross-Functional Collaboration (e.g. Maintenance, Quality, Logistics)
• Coaching and Skills Development
• Change Management and Communication

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Shift Production Management

• Ensure production schedule adherence, meeting volume and quality targets.
• Coordinate and monitor all line operations, intervening when deviations occur.
• Ensure effective start-up, operation, and shutdown of the production line.

Team Performance and Development

• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop direct reports to meet performance expectations.
• Conduct shift handovers, toolbox talks, and regular performance feedback.
• Identify training needs and work with the Technical Trainer to address skills gaps.

Quality and Compliance

• Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Quality Systems and ISO standards.
• Participate in internal and external audits and implement corrective actions.

Operational Excellence & CI

• Use data to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools (5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis).
• Contribute to line performance reviews, OEE improvement, and waste reduction.

Safety and Housekeeping

• Enforce safety policies and practices; lead risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Ensure clean, organized, and hazard-free working environments aligned with 5S principles.

Administrative and Reporting Tasks

• Maintain accurate shift logs, downtime reports, production data.
• Report deviations in raw materials, equipment, or product quality in a timely manner.
• Monitor and control usage of materials and packaging to minimize losses..

KBI

• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Production Output vs. Plan
• First-Time Quality (FTQ)
• Line Utilization and Downtime
• Health & Safety Incidents
• Waste % (Materials, Packaging, Product
• Team Attendance & Performance Metrics
• Training Completion Rate

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education

• National Diploma or NQF Level 6 in Production/Operations Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Food Technology, or related field.
• Degree (Advantageous): BTech/BSc in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years in a high-volume FMCG manufacturing or bottling environment.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role in production.
• Experience with automated production lines, high-speed packaging, and SAP/production systems.

Skills

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes (bottling, filling, labelling)
• Sound understanding of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities (root cause, DMAIC, etc.)
• Proficiency in manufacturing/production ERP systems
• Ability to interpret and use production data, quality reports, and OEE dashboards
• Knowledge of ISO, HACCP, SHEQ, and Food Safety systems
• Competence in coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and production reporting tools

Deadline:26th March,2026