Plant Operations Supervisor

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Career development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a proactive Plant Operations Supervisor to oversee daily production floor operations, coordinate staff, and troubleshoot issues to maintain productivity and efficiency in a hybrid work setting.

You will ensure safety compliance, mentor team members, and collaborate with maintenance and QA to drive continuous improvement and uphold high standards of quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a supervisor or team lead in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational problems and implement effective solutions.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production staff, ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor production equipment and processes, identifying and resolving operational issues in a timely manner.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Conduct regular inspections of the production floor to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Train and mentor new employees, providing guidance on operational procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as maintenance and quality control, to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Plant Operations Supervisor to join their facility in Cape Town . This role is crucial for overseeing the daily operations of the production floor, ensuring smooth and efficient manufacturing processes, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. You will be instrumental in supervising a team of production staff, troubleshooting operational issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your leadership directly impacts plant output and operational excellence within a hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production staff, ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor production equipment and processes, identifying and resolving operational issues in a timely manner.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Conduct regular inspections of the production floor to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Train and mentor new employees, providing guidance on operational procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as maintenance and quality control, to ensure seamless operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a supervisor or team lead in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational problems and implement effective solutions.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the organization.
• A collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.