Industrial Plant Supervisor

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Pension fund benefits

Paid annual leave

Training and skill development

Stable employment with a reputable公司

Team-based work environment

Safety-conscious workplace

Overtime opportunities as needed

Career growth within operations

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Plant Supervisor in Vereeniging to oversee daily plant operations and lead a team of operators and technicians. You will ensure production schedules are met and safety standards are upheld.

The role demands strong knowledge of industrial processes, hands-on problem solving, and the ability to drive continuous improvement and efficient production in a on-site manufacturing environment. This is a stable opportunity with a reputable employer.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent.
• At least 3 years in an industrial plant or manufacturing environment with supervisory experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of industrial machinery, processes, and safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and production schedules.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with reporting tools.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts if required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of plant operations staff, ensuring adherence to production schedules.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with safety standards.
• Provide guidance and support to plant operators, troubleshooting issues and ensuring proper operation of equipment.
• Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures, conducting safety checks and promoting a safe working environment.
• Train new employees on plant operations, safety procedures, and equipment usage.
• Maintain production logs, performance records, and inventory of supplies.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment is in good working order and to schedule necessary repairs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the plant operations.
• Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of the plant floor.
• Report on plant performance, issues, and achievements to the Production Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Safety compliance

Operations supervision

Problem-solving

Education

Matriculation certificate

Tools

MS Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Vereeniging, Gauteng , is looking for a skilled and motivated Industrial Plant Supervisor to join their operations team. This role is responsible for overseeing daily plant activities, ensuring smooth production flow, and managing a team of plant operators and technicians. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of industrial processes, a commitment to safety, and the ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve production targets. This is an excellent opportunity to take on greater responsibility within a reputable industrial setting and contribute to the efficiency and success of the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of plant operations staff, ensuring adherence to production schedules.


• Monitor plant operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with safety standards.


• Provide guidance and support to plant operators, troubleshooting issues and ensuring proper operation of equipment.


• Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures, conducting safety checks and promoting a safe working environment.


• Train new employees on plant operations, safety procedures, and equipment usage.


• Maintain production logs, performance records, and inventory of supplies.


• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment is in good working order and to schedule necessary repairs.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the plant operations.


• Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of the plant floor.


• Report on plant performance, issues, and achievements to the Production Manager.

Requirements

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification.


• At least 3 years of experience in an industrial plant or manufacturing environment, with supervisory experience preferred.


• Solid understanding of industrial machinery, processes, and safety regulations.


• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and production schedules.


• Strong leadership and team management skills.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to issues.


• Basic computer literacy, including experience with reporting tools.


• Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.


• Flexibility to work shifts if required.

Benefits

• An annual salary of up to .


• Medical aid contributions.


• Pension fund benefits.


• Paid annual leave.


• Opportunities for training and skill development.


• Stable employment with a reputable company.


• Team-based work environment.


• Safety-conscious workplace.


• Overtime opportunities as needed.


• Potential for career growth within operations.