Team Leader Packaging

KWV a renowned South African brand and industry leader in the production of world-class wines and other spirits has two vacancies for a Team Leader Packaging based in Paarl.

• Reporting to: Packaging Manager
• Department: Supply Chain
• Division: Packaging

Purpose:

To lead and optimise packaging operations by ensuring that teams are equipped with the necessary knowledge skills and commitment to fully utilise the facility. The role is accountable for managing materials manpower and production processes to deliver quality products at optimal cost in line with customer requirements legislative standards and food safety regulations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Minimum 5 years experience in a Packaging environment within FMCG
• 3 years proven people management experience
• Relevant tertiary qualification (advantageous)
• Strong computer literacy (advantageous)
• Sound technical knowledge (quality management systems & machine expertise)

Key Competencies:

• Strong technical and analytical mindset
• Quality-focused with high attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Strong administration skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive energetic and results-driven
• Ability to interpret production data and drive efficiency

Job Summary:

• Accountable for all Packaging activities and line performance
• Analyse production data to improve line efficiency and reduce waste
• Ensure production runs according to plan and resources are optimally allocated
• Reduce downtime improve changeover times and increase line speed
• Ensure production within BOM variance and control bottling losses
• Ensure compliance with food safety quality and legislative standards
• Monitor on-line process control and manage QC incidents
• Ensure no overdue non-conformances audit findings or customer complaints
• Maintain hygiene housekeeping (5S) and packaging standards
• Ensure all procedures are reviewed updated and communicated
• Uphold all Health & Safety regulations
• Lead H&S meetings and ensure incident reporting compliance
• Drive continuous improvement in safety and environmental practices
• Manage the cost centre for packaging lines
• Control labour (permanent & temporary) overtime and production materials
• Monitor blend losses cleaning materials and operational costs
• Lead coach and develop team members through training and guidance
• Ensure accurate daily resource planning (permanent & temporary staff)
• Manage timekeeping leave overtime and Kronos
• Empower employees while holding them accountable for performance
• Conduct regular team and one-on-one meetings
• Align team objectives with departmental and operational strategy
• Manage discipline counselling and performance development
• Lead MDWT meetings and communicate production plans
• Provide regular performance feedback to the Packaging Manager
• Liaise with Quality and other departments to ensure resource availability
• Compile and communicate daily and weekly performance reports
• Participate in OOS project and multi-disciplinary problem-solving meetings

Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from underrepresented groups aligned with our Employment Equity Plan.

Closing date for applications: 18 March 2026

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