Production Supervisor - General Manufacturing

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Paid annual leave

Modern production facilities

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Production Supervisor to oversee daily production operations at Welkom, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety. You will lead a team of operators, optimize workflows, and collaborate with planning, maintenance, and quality to ensure smooth plant performance.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to safety standards, and continuous improvement within a hybrid on-site/off-site schedule in Welkom, Free State.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role within a manufacturing/production setting.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Good understanding of manufacturing principles and production processes.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a production environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret production schedules and quality specifications.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with production reporting software.
• A relevant technical qualification or trade background is advantageous.
• Willing to work a hybrid schedule, involving regular on-site presence in Welkom, Free State.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring targets for volume, quality, and timeliness are met.
• Manage, train, and motivate a team of production operators and line workers.
• Implement and enforce company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Monitor production equipment and processes, identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Optimize production workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, downtime, and quality reports.
• Collaborate with planning, maintenance, and quality departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, issues, and improvements.
• Ensure a safe working environment, conducting safety checks and promoting safety awareness.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and product quality.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing knowledge

Health and safety

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a proactive and experienced Production Supervisor to join their dynamic team in Welkom, Free State . This role is pivotal in overseeing daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, and a commitment to fostering a productive team environment. You will be responsible for managing a team of production staff, optimizing workflows, and contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing plant.

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a stable industry, working within a supportive and goal-oriented company culture. We value initiative and dedication, and this role offers significant responsibility and the chance to make a tangible impact. The hybrid work model provides a balance between on-site operational leadership and focused off-site planning, offering flexibility. We are committed to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment in Welkom , and your contribution will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring targets for volume, quality, and timeliness are met.
• Manage, train, and motivate a team of production operators and line workers.
• Implement and enforce company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Monitor production equipment and processes, identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Optimize production workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, downtime, and quality reports.
• Collaborate with planning, maintenance, and quality departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, issues, and improvements.
• Ensure a safe working environment, conducting safety checks and promoting safety awareness.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and product quality.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing or production setting.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Good understanding of manufacturing principles and production processes.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a production environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret production schedules and quality specifications.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with production reporting software.
• A relevant technical qualification or trade background is advantageous.
• Must be willing to work a hybrid schedule, involving regular on-site presence in Welkom, Free State .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative and respectful work culture.
• Paid annual leave.
• Access to modern production facilities.
• Hybrid work flexibility.