Weekend Shift Production Team Leader

• Lead, coach and develop a team of production operators and technicians
• Promote a strong safety culture and actively contribute to our ambition of zero accidents
• Complete First Aid training and provide support when required
• Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and efficiency
• Monitor production KPIs, analyse performance and initiate corrective actions where necessary
• Identify training needs and support the development of work instructions and training materials
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by reducing production losses, eliminating waste and improving processes
• Ensure Lean Manufacturing principles (PDCA, SMED, 5S, OEE, etc.) are consistently applied on the shop floor
• Coordinate production activities, including changeovers, repairs and planned maintenance
• Collaborate closely with Maintenance, Logistics, Planning, Engineering, Quality and HR to ensure smooth daily operations
• Take ownership of operational decisions and respond proactively to changing production priorities
• Report directly to the Production Unit Leader
• Work in the Weekend Day Shift and demonstrate flexibility when operational needs require it

• Technical secondary education or equivalent through experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Good knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles such as PDCA, SMED, OEE and 5S
• Experience working within ISO-based management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001)
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and production performance indicators
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate, engage and develop people
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Conflict management and collaboration
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Adaptability and openness to change
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability

Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role is an asset