Automotive Production Supervisor

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Production Supervisor to oversee operations in Upington. Lead a production team, manage daily activities, and drive continuous improvement to meet targets in the Northern Cape.

You will monitor processes, enforce safety and quality standards, and collaborate with QC, maintenance, and logistics to ensure smooth operations. A strong leadership background in automotive manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within automotive manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and quality management systems.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate teams to meet production goals.
• Familiarity with safety regulations in automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities and ensure schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements.
• Enforce safety regulations and foster a safety-first culture.
• Train and mentor production staff and assess performance.
• Maintain production records and report key metrics to management.
• Collaborate with quality control, maintenance, and logistics for smooth ops.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Quality management

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Automotive Production Supervisor to oversee operations at their facility in Upington. This role is crucial for ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production of automotive components or vehicles. You will lead a team of production staff, manage daily operations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet targets. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key leadership role in the manufacturing sector within the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the production team, ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor production processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions to optimize output and reduce waste.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing all safety regulations and promoting a safety-first culture.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate production staff, fostering a productive and engaged team.
• Maintain production records, analyze performance data, and report on key metrics to management.
• Collaborate with quality control, maintenance, and logistics departments to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within an automotive manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, lean manufacturing principles, and quality management systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively to achieve production goals.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving operational issues.
• Familiarity with relevant safety regulations and quality standards in the automotive industry.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the company.
• A challenging and rewarding role in the dynamic automotive manufacturing sector.
• Be part of a team committed to operational excellence in Upington.