Hire Resolve’s client, a leading chemical company that provides a wide range of innovative chemical solutions to industries such as agriculture, automotive, construction, and manufacturing, is currently seeking a dedicated Shift Leader to join our client’s team in Port Elizabeth, EC.

Responsibilities

• Manage shift operations and staff in the production department.
• Ensure safety, quality, and production targets are met.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet operational goals.
• Train and develop team members.
• Oversee resource and equipment use efficiently.
• Handle system tasks like SAP, TPM, and Power-BI reporting.
• Investigate and resolve process issues quickly.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and legal standards.
• Drive continuous improvement using lean principles.
• Ensure maintenance and production schedules are followed.

Requirements

• 3-year technical or operations (production) tertiary qualification (post-graduate qualification preferred).
• Minimum of 6 years experience in a production/manufacturing environment, ideally in the automotive industry.
• Proven leadership experience, preferably in a continuous shift operation.
• Strong knowledge of QMS, MES, and ERP systems.
• Practical experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and WCM principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and project management capabilities.
• Familiarity with South African manufacturing regulations (OHS Act, BCEA, LRA, PMA).
• Ability to demonstrate customer focus, collaboration, innovation, and continuous self and team development.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Apply for this role today, contact Sonique Beetge at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:  *****@*****.co.za or *****@*****.co.za

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.