Shift Manager

About us

Launch teams support new vehicle programs from prototype to full production. We supply powertrain, chassis and electronics systems to most major automakers. Pay increases at 90 days and again at one year.

About the role

Looking for a hands-on Shift Manager who will walk the floor, not manage from the office.

What you'll be doing

• Coach, train and discipline team members following company policy.
• Update production boards and shift reports in the MES.
• Conduct performance reviews for hourly staff.
• Approve timecards and manage attendance in Kronos or UKG.
• Coordinate with maintenance on breakdowns and planned work.
• Handle shift handoff notes with the incoming supervisor.
• Hit daily production targets for output, scrap and downtime.

Minimum qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record leading 20 or more hourly employees.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of lean tools and KPIs such as OEE.

Preferred qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Six Sigma Green Belt.

Schedule: Night shift, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with shift premium

What you get

Pay: TZS 980,000 to TZS 1,150,000 a month

• Flexible schedule.

Duration: 6 months. Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Dar es Salaam Industries.