Production Line Supervisor

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Stable environment

Modern equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Production Line Supervisor for its East London facility to lead specific production lines, supervise a team of operators, and ensure safety, quality and on-time output.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, and collaboration with maintenance and QA to drive continuous improvement and performance.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Supervisor or Team Leader in manufacturing.
• Understanding of production processes, quality control and lean principles.
• Leadership, communication and problem-solving skills; ability to motivate a team.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and factory protocols; relevant qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of assigned production lines to meet schedules.
• Lead, train and motivate a team of production operators in a safe environment.
• Monitor processes for quality, efficiency and safety; intervene as needed.
• Implement and enforce health and safety regulations on the floor.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure equipment reliability.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Production supervision

Problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Technical qualification or certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated and experienced Production Line Supervisor to lead and manage specific production lines at their facility in East London. This role demands strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations to ensure lines run efficiently, safely, and meet quality targets. You will be responsible for supervising a team, monitoring production processes, and implementing improvements to enhance output and product quality. This is a key operational role perfect for an individual ready to take on leadership responsibilities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of assigned production lines, ensuring adherence to schedules and targets.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of production operators, fostering a productive and safe work environment.
• Monitor production processes for quality, efficiency, and safety, intervening as necessary to resolve issues.
• Implement and enforce all health and safety regulations on the production floor.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure equipment reliability and product integrity.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or Team Leader in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of production processes , quality control, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and protocols in a factory environment.
• A relevant technical qualification or certification is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for training and career advancement.
• A supportive and stable work environment.
• Access to modern production equipment and technology.