Shift Leader X2

October 16, 2024

Defy Appliances

Ladysmith

OTHER

We are currently on a search for a X2 Shift leader Production to join the largest manufacturer and distributor of major appliances in Southern Africa, to be based in Ladysmith ,e Zakheni. This position will be responsible for leading and coordinating the daily operations of the production department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively achieve daily production targets.
Ensure a high standard of product quality.
Maintain good interpersonal relations within the Department.
Improve Department Efficiencies.
Ensure effective planned maintenance and breakdowns on shift.
Ensure the implementation and maintenance of Best Operating Practices.
Maintain and comply with the Company’s S.H.E. System.
Confirms the availability of labour at the start of the shift and where necessary organizes replacement labour.
Monitors the attendance and time keeping of subordinates and labour to minimize disruptions, and where necessary takes the appropriate corrective action.
Conducts random inspections of production equipment’s in the Department at both start and close of shift
Manages subordinates to ensure that critical performance areas and targets are achieved in line with the Best Practice measures (Quality/Cost/Delivery/Safety and Morale).
Investigates the causes of productivity and performance problems and take corrective action to prevent a re-occurrence.
Complete shifts reports and ensure the smooth handover of shifts through the completion of the shift change report
Maintains acceptable staff and employee relations through the application of good interpersonal skills
Maintains good housekeeping practice through the weekly application of the housekeeping inspection report