Lead Production Supervisor — High-Volume Manufacturing

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations at its Tembisa, Gauteng facility. The role focuses on achieving targets for volume, quality, and safety while leading a skilled production team in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate production planning, monitor equipment performance, drive continuous improvement, and enforce safety policies. The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or similar role in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control principles, and safety protocols.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Proficiency in production planning and scheduling.
• Experience with basic maintenance and troubleshooting of production machinery.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations (e.g., OHS Act).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office applications.
• Residing in or willing to relocate to the Tembisa, Gauteng area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of production staff, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Ensure that production schedules are met while maintaining high standards of quality and product integrity.
• Implement and enforce company policies, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate production goals, address concerns, and provide updates.
• Monitor production equipment for optimal performance and coordinate maintenance activities as needed.
• Train new employees and provide ongoing coaching and development to existing staff.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, waste, and downtime.
• Investigate production variances and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability on the production floor.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as quality control and logistics, to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Production supervision

Leadership

Team management

Safety compliance

Planning & scheduling

Maintenance basics

OHS familiarity

MS Office

Communication skills

Under pressure

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations at its Tembisa, Gauteng facility. The role focuses on achieving targets for volume, quality, and safety while leading a skilled production team in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate production planning, monitor equipment performance, drive continuous improvement, and enforce safety policies. The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.