Production Supervisor - Assembly Line

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development

Dynamic, supportive work environment

Direct impact on production efficiency

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead its assembly line operations in Sandton, Gauteng. You will oversee daily production activities, drive output, quality, and safety, and mentor your team to resolve issues and implement improvements.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, deep knowledge of assembly processes, and a commitment to a productive, safe environment. This role offers a dynamic, supportive workplace with opportunities to impact efficiency and the

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a production team.
• Strong understanding of assembly line operations and production processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and quality control systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or degree in a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the assembly line production team.
• Monitor production output, quality standards, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of assembly line operators.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and operational issues in a timely manner.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and resources to meet production targets and minimize waste.
• Maintain accurate production records and report on KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Training & mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or related degree (plus)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and dynamic Production Supervisor to lead their assembly line operations in Sandton, Gauteng. This role is critical for overseeing the daily activities of the production team, ensuring targets for output, quality, and safety are consistently met. You will be responsible for guiding, training, and motivating your team, as well as troubleshooting production issues and implementing process improvements. The ideal candidate has strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of assembly processes, and a commitment to fostering a productive and safe working environment. Your efforts will be central to the efficiency and success of the manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the assembly line production team.
• Monitor production output, quality standards, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of assembly line operators.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and operational issues in a timely manner.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and resources to meet production targets and minimize waste.
• Maintain accurate production records and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a production team.
• Strong understanding of assembly line operations and production processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and quality control systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or degree in a related field is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment in the thriving Sandton area.
• Direct impact on the efficiency and success of the company's production line.