Automotive Production Supervisor - Onsite Lead & Improve

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid coverage

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Safe working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Production Supervisor for a prominent Paarl-based automotive manufacturing facility in the Western Cape. The role oversees daily production operations on-site, drives efficiency, ensures quality standards, and upholds safety for the production team.

You will manage a production line, motivate staff, and coordinate with maintenance and QA to meet schedules. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, a solid grasp of manufacturing processes,

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor in automotive manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth understanding of automotive production processes and quality standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules and specifications.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using production management software is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical qualification or degree is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production line workers to meet daily production targets.
• Ensure adherence to quality control standards throughout manufacturing.
• Monitor production processes, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Train, mentor, and motivate production staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on the production floor.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, downtime, and quality metrics.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality assurance to resolve production-related problems.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and safety information.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Technical qualification or degree advantageous

Tools

Production management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Production Supervisor for a prominent Paarl-based automotive manufacturing facility in the Western Cape. The role oversees daily production operations on-site, drives efficiency, ensures quality standards, and upholds safety for the production team.

You will manage a production line, motivate staff, and coordinate with maintenance and QA to meet schedules. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, a solid grasp of manufacturing processes,