Production Shift Supervisor

Assign Services (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Johannesburg seeks a qualified Shift Supervisor to oversee the converting process and manage production personnel. This role requires strong leadership skills, a focus on quality and safety, and a minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications in engineering or operations management and proven problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer literacy and self-driven.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full converting process, ensuring shift targets are met.
• Maintain product quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Lead and manage production personnel, including attendance and discipline.

Skills

Operational Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Grade 12

National Diploma or NQF Level 6

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Operations Management or Production Management

BTech degree

Supervisory Development Program

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a highly capable Shift Supervisor to join our Converting production team, in Chloorkop.

PURPOSE :

Reporting to the Production & Factory Manager, the successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting strategic operational goals, driving productivity, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence within the converting factory.

The incumbent will take full ownership of shift operations—managing resources, ensuring consistent product quality, enforcing safety, and housekeeping standards, and leading the team to meet daily production targets while identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the full converting process, ensuring shift targets are met with zero defects.
• Maintain product quality, safety, and compliance with SHERQ standards.
• Lead and manage production personnel, including attendance, discipline, and on-shift coaching.
• Ensure raw materials are available to meet production schedules.
• Assist with machine changeovers and support Short Interval Control to keep processes stable.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and execute CIL (Cleaning, Inspection, Lubrication) routines.
• Accurately update and manage all production data and reporting.
• Act as a mini business manager, promoting proactive maintenance practices and a sense of ownership over equipment
• Promote adherence to Manufacturing Excellence practices, including DMS, intranet tools, and check sheets.

Qualifications / Skills and Experience

• Grade 12
• National Diploma or NQF Level 6
• Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
• Operations Management or Production Management
• Industrial Engineering
• BTech degree and Supervisory Development Program will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong computer literacy
• Self-driven with a strong sense of accountability
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong adherence to procedures and process control
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Tolerance for repetitive tasks with a focus on consistency and quality
• High work ethic and attention to detail