Production Line Supervisor

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Production Line Supervisor to oversee daily operations at their manufacturing facility. The role combines on-site supervision with remote administrative and reporting tasks to ensure efficient, safe, and quality-driven production.

You will lead a team of production associates, manage workflow, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within manufacturing or production.
• Strong understanding of production processes, machinery and quality control principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities on the production line, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards and safety protocols.
• Lead, train and motivate production team members to achieve performance targets and maintain a positive work environment.
• Monitor production equipment and processes, identifying and resolving operational issues and bottlenecks in a timely manner.
• Implement and enforce all safety regulations and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, waste and downtime, and report findings to management.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as maintenance and quality control, to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Production Line Supervisor to oversee daily operations at their manufacturing facility in Paarl . This role is essential for ensuring that production lines operate efficiently, safely, and meet quality standards. You will lead a team of production associates, manage workflow, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. This position offers a hybrid model, balancing on-site supervision with remote administrative and reporting tasks, ensuring flexibility while maintaining operational oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities on the production line, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Lead, train, and motivate production team members to achieve performance targets and maintain a positive work environment.
• Monitor production equipment and processes, identifying and resolving operational issues and bottlenecks in a timely manner.
• Implement and enforce all safety regulations and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, waste, and downtime, and report findings to management.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as maintenance and quality control, to ensure seamless operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, machinery, and quality control principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards in a factory setting.
• Experience with performance tracking and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Opportunities for training and career advancement.
• A hybrid work arrangement that offers flexibility for administrative tasks.