Packing Supervisor

Tiger Consumer Brands Ltd.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands is seeking a production operations supervisor to oversee and coordinate daily production activities, maximise equipment availability and efficiency, and ensure safe, compliant operations in line with production plans.

You will lead production teams, collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning and Warehouse, manage overtime and labour costs, and drive continuous improvement to reduce waste and improve performance across the plant.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of production teams and day-to-day performance management.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety and production standards.
• Coordinate with Engineering/Quality/Planning/Warehouse for efficient plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily production activities to meet targets.
• Drive OEE of >85% and optimise machine utilisation.
• Monitor machine availability, output, running hours and variances.
• Plan and allocate labour and resources effectively.
• Coordinate proactive maintenance with Engineering.
• Lead cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Prepare accurate production and operational reports.
• Ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Oversee overtime and contract labour within budget.

Skills

Leadership

OEE management

Production planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Safety & quality compliance

Cost control

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily production operations to ensure production targets, equipment efficiency, quality, inventory and cost objectives are achieved. The role focuses on maximising equipment availability and performance, effective resource and labour utilisation, inventory control, overtime management and continuous improvement. The position works closely with Engineering and other key stakeholders to ensure proactive maintenance, minimise downtime and resolve operational challenges. The role also provides day-to-day leadership to production teams, ensuring that work is executed safely, efficiently and in line with required standards and production plans.

Job Description

• Manage and coordinate daily production activities to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Drive Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) of >85% and optimise machine utilisation.
• Execute daily production plans and ensure effective allocation of labour and resources.
• Monitor machine availability, production output, running hours and nett mass variances.
• Coordinate with Engineering on proactive maintenance, repairs and equipment availability.
• Identify equipment and process deviations and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Monitor and control the use of packing materials, consumables and finished product stock.
• Participate in stock counts, investigate variances and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure minimum stock levels are maintained and provide input on order quantities.
• Manage and monitor overtime and contract labour in line with production requirements and budget.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved operational efficiency.
• Make recommendations regarding equipment procurement and operational improvements.
• Coordinate machine changeovers in line with production and customer requirements.
• Allocate and delegate tasks to employees and monitor execution against planned requirements.
• Prepare and maintain accurate production and operational reports.
• Promote compliance with quality, safety and operational standards.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Warehouse and other relevant departments to ensure efficient plant operations.
• Provide effective day-to-day leadership, guidance and performance management to the production team.

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together. We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play. Explore the vacancies we currently have available @TigerBrands.