Packaging Team Leader
AB InBev Africa · Lusaka
Job description
About the role
The Packaging Team Leader is responsible for managing shift teams on a high‑volume packaging line, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets are met. You will lead operators, enforce safety standards, and support continuous improvement in a fast‑paced FMCG environment.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure safety of all team members, enforce PPE compliance and take corrective action when needed.
- Manage machine safety practices, Permit‑to‑Work (PTW), LOTO, and SAM procedures.
- Oversee process checks, operator compliance, and quality of packaged product delivered to the warehouse.
- Execute daily schedule: production, changeovers, cleaning, lubrication, autonomous maintenance, and inspections.
- Provide hands‑on support on line equipment and train operators on standard execution.
- Escalate major issues to Unit and Packaging Managers and complete end‑of‑shift reports.
- Facilitate planned training, control hourly employee hours, and resolve shift‑level issues.
Required profile
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Instrumentation, Chemical or Process Engineering.
- Minimum 2 years experience in FMCG packaging environments.
- Supervisory or team‑leader experience in a production setting.
- Knowledge of Voyager Plant Optimisation (VPO) is preferred.
Required skills
- Voyager Plant Optimisation (VPO) knowledge.
- Packaging process operations.
- Safety procedures (PTW, LOTO, SAM).
What we offer
- Opportunity to work for a global leader in the beverage industry.
- Career development within a diverse, inclusive culture.
- Access to training and resources to unleash your full potential.
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AB InBev Africa
Lusaka