Shift Leader (m/w/d) - Tunisia

Shift Leader (m/w/d) - Tunisia
WeWire

What you will do:
Ensure a smooth start and stable operation of all production lines during the shift, including proper workstation setup and readiness
Monitor daily performance and ensure achievement of production targets (e.g. output, yield, downtime, absenteeism, scrap, and material consumption)
Review previous day (D-1) performance, address deviations, and define and follow up on actions to achieve current shift targets
Ensure strict adherence to work instructions, quality standards, and control procedures, including in-process and final inspections, defect documentation, and repair processes
Identify deviations in production and quality, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions
Supervise and guide operators to ensure compliance with best practices, proper use of tools and equipment, and protection of materials and products
Maintain high standards of order, cleanliness, and discipline on the shopfloor (5S principles)
Lead, motivate, and engage the team to achieve performance targets and foster a collaborative and performance-driven culture
Ensure appropriate behavior, discipline, and alignment with company values and guidelines
Ensure flexibility within the team (multi-skilling) to cover absences and changing production requirements
Support training and integration of new employees
Proactively identify operational issues and manage day-to-day challenges, including material shortages, technical breakdowns, and supply delays
Coordinate closely with maintenance, logistics, industrialization, and other departments to ensure smooth operations
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards and actively contribute to continuous improvement in these areas
Apply and enforce administrative procedures and internal regulations, and escalate relevant topics or improvement ideas to the line Manager

What convinces us:
Minimum secondary education or equivalent technical qualification
Initial experience as a Team Leader (approx. 3–6 months) or comparable supervisory role
Solid understanding of wiring processes and production workflows
Good knowledge of production monitoring tools and systems (e.g. SAP, KPIs, production reports)
Basic understanding of first-level maintenance and technical troubleshooting
Knowledge of automotive quality standards and control procedures
Ability to quickly identify and resolve production issues
Confident user of production-related software and standard office tools
Proven leadership ability with experience coordinating teams on the shopfloor
Strong communication skills across shifts and with cross-functional departments
Ability to work under pressure and manage unforeseen situations effectively
Analytical mindset with quick decision-making capabilities
Strong motivation skills to lead teams in a high-paced production environment
High level of responsibility, reliability, and result orientation
Structured, hands-on, and proactive working style (rigorous, autonomous, responsive)
Continuous improvement mindset
Fluent in Arabic (mandatory)

Who we are
With around 6,800 employees worldwide, we generate annual sales of approximately €740 million (2025) and are considered a technology leader and global player with our three brands Coroplast Tape, Coroflex and WeWire in the fields of automotive, trade and industry. We develop and produce innovative and customized adhesive tapes, cables & wires not only at our headquarters in Wuppertal, but also at 17 locations worldwide.

As an international family-owned company, we consider candidates regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. We believe in a culture of diversity and mutual respect.

Any questions?
Feel free to contact:
Dennis Theis T +49 202 2681 0
Coroplast Fritz Müller GmbH & Co. KG
Wittener Straße 271,
42279 Wuppertal, Germany
03.09.2026
Coroplast Group
Tunesien