Overview
Production Group Leader Jobs in East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Production Group Leader
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
Staff Solutions Recruitment
Job Ref:
E.L003208/AS
Date posted:
Friday, April 24, 2026
Location:
East london, South Africa
Salary:
Negotiable Monthly
SUMMARY:
Opportunity Available!! Our leading client in the Automotive Sector is looking to employ a Production Group Leader to join their dynamic team in East London.
POSITION INFO:
Job Responsibilities:
- Drive and enforce safety compliance, ensuring adherence to all safety standards, procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Coordinate line functions through Team Leaders to ensure production targets and schedules are achieved.
- Monitor and manage production performance, identifying and resolving constraints impacting output.
- Ensure product quality standards are met and drive reduction of scrap, rework, and defects.
- Ensure adequate resources (manpower, equipment, materials) are available and optimally utilised.
- Lead, coach, and develop Team Leaders and subordinates, ensuring performance management in line with company procedures and legislation.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, productivity, and OEE Ensure effective communication and coordination with support functions (Maintenance, Quality, Planning, Logistics)
- Monitor and control costs, including overtime, waste, and resource utilisation.
- Ensure accurate reporting, shift handovers, and escalation of risks and issues.
Job Requirements:
- NQF Level 5 Qualified Artisan / National Diploma in Production Management.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity.
- Extensive technical background.
- Knowledge of quality specifications and systems.