Production Team Leader

Purpose and Mission

Responsible for overseeing the production operations, ensuring that manufacturing processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely to meet production targets and quality standards

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the day-to-day operations of the production floor, ensuring that production schedules are met.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of production workers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications, implementing quality control measures as needed.
• Enforce health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Coordinate the use of materials, equipment, and labor to optimize production efficiency.
• Address and resolve any issues that arise during the production process to minimize downtime.
• Prepare and present production reports to upper management, highlighting performance metrics and areas for improvement.
• Work closely with other departments, such as quality control, maintenance, and logistics, to ensure seamless production operations.

Skills

• Ability to manage and motivate a production team to achieve goals
• Excellent verbal and written skills to convey instructions and updates
• Strong skills in identifying and resolving production issues efficiently
• Proficiency in planning and coordinating production schedules
• High level of accuracy in monitoring production quality and compliance
• Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and tools
• Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to enforce safety standards

Previous Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment

Qualifications and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent