Senior Automotive Production Supervisor

Placements24; Watnall; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Production Supervisor for a key manufacturing client in Kimberley. The role focuses on overseeing daily production operations, ensuring quality, safety and efficiency on the assembly line.

You will lead a team, provide training, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement to meet production targets and deliver high-quality components.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a production team in automotive manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of assembly processes and quality standards.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations on the assembly line.
• Lead, train and motivate the production team to meet targets.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality and throughput standards.
• Drive continuous improvement on the production floor.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Process improvement

Safety standards

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key manufacturer in the automotive industry located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a diligent and experienced Senior Automotive Production Supervisor . This role is crucial for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently met on the assembly line. You will lead a team of production workers, providing guidance, training, and motivation to achieve production targets. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, and a commitment to operational excellence. This hands‑on position requires the ability to troubleshoot issues, implement process improvements, and maintain a highly productive and safe working environment in Kimberley. Our client values proactive management and continuous improvement, offering a challenging yet rewarding career path. You will be instrumental in driving the smooth functioning of the production floor, contributing directly to the successful output of high-quality automotive components. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in automotive manufacturing supervision.