Team Leader Production
The Coca-Cola Company · KwaZulu-Natal
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- 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:4th August,2026