Team Leader, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Location: Ladybrand


JOB DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

The Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating a production team that operates across the Lesotho border on a daily basis. This role requires daily cross-border travel from Ladybrand into Lesotho to manage factory operations, supervise staff, and ensure production targets and quality standards are consistently achieved.

The position combines hands-on operational leadership, workforce management, and performance oversight in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The successful candidate must be organized, dependable, and comfortable with daily cross-border travel as part of their routine responsibilities.


EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a supervisory or team leader role
• Proven experience managing factory or production staff
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team
• Must reside in Ladybrand or be willing to relocate
• Willing and able to travel across the Lesotho border daily
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid passport (or ability to obtain one)
• Proficient in MS Office
• Basic financial and reporting acumen
• Experience with in a manufacturing/production environment will be advantageous

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate would be required, but not limited to:

Team Management

• Lead, motivate, supervise, and support a team of factory and field staff on a daily basis.
• Allocate and monitor workload to ensure efficient output and quality results.
• Ensure team adherence to production targets and schedules.

Operational Coordination

• Assist in planning and coordinating operational tasks across border assignments into Lesotho.
• Monitor and report on production progress, issues, and resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols at both local and border sites.

People Development

• Conduct regular coaching, training, and performance reviews for direct reports.
• Address performance challenges empathetically and constructively.
• Encourage a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of staff activities, attendance, and job progress.
• Prepare and present reports to management about performance and operational issues.
• Act as point of contact between the workforce and senior management.

Operational Support

• Support problem-solving in production and manufacturing challenges.
• Uphold company standards for quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of factory workers where required.