FMCG Production Supervisor

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Safe work environment

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced FMCG Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations at a Queenstown facility. You will lead a production team, manage workflow, troubleshoot issues, and implement process improvements to boost productivity while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-moving consumer goods environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Bachelor's in Operations Management or Engineering, with at least 3 years in FMCG or food manufacturing and a strong

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in production supervision within FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output targets and quality standards.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of production line workers, ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Monitor production processes, identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations in the production environment.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality for FMCG items.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Operations Management/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced FMCG Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations at their facility in Queenstown . This role is essential for ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality production of fast-moving consumer goods according to strict manufacturing standards. You will lead and motivate a production team, manage workflow, troubleshoot production issues, and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and minimize downtime. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a thorough understanding of food or beverage production environments, and a commitment to maintaining operational excellence and safety standards within the manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output targets and quality standards.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of production line workers, ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Monitor production processes, identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations in the production environment.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality for FMCG items .

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production supervision within the FMCG or food manufacturing industry.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing production teams.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with production bonus incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund membership.
• Opportunities for further training in manufacturing best practices.
• Safe and structured work environment with a focus on employee well-being.
• Potential for advancement within the operations team.