Foreman – Manufacturing Plant

Industrial Bakeware Company (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Foreman to supervise and manage production staff. The successful candidate will ensure that production targets are met while maintaining quality standards and promoting a safe working environment. Key responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, monitoring quality, and enforcing health and safety regulations. Candidates should have experience in a supervisory role within manufacturing and possess strong leadership skills. This is a full-time position requiring in-person work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a foreman or supervisory role within manufacturing or production.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities on the floor.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of operators and general workers.
• Ensure production targets and deadlines are met.
• Monitor quality standards and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Enforce health and safety procedures at all times.
• Report operational issues and improvements to management.
• Assist with training and development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Quality monitoring

Safety compliance

Communication

Administrative skills

Education

Technical or trade qualification

Tools

Production systems

Reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Foreman to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising production staff, ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and promoting a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities on the floor
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of operators and general workers
• Ensure production targets and deadlines are met
• Monitor quality standards and implement corrective actions where necessary
• Enforce health and safety procedures at all times
• Report operational issues and improvements to management
• Assist with training and development of team members

Requirements

• Previous experience in a foreman or supervisory role within manufacturing or production
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a manufacturing environment
• Good communication and administrative skills

  Advantageous

  • Technical or trade qualification
  • Experience working with production systems or reporting tools
  • Previous experience in a Fabrication plant

  IBCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with our EE Plan. The company reserves the right not to make an appointment.

  Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

  Job Type: Full-time

  Work Location: In person

  Application Method: Email

  Require resume: Yes