Production Supervisor - FMCG

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and safety training

Advancement opportunities

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations in our FMCG facility in Benoni. You will ensure efficient production output, maintain quality standards, and manage a team of production line workers.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing principles and excellent leadership skills, with a commitment to achieving production targets in a fast-moving consumer goods environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a technical qualification or degree in a related field is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in a production supervision role, preferably in FMCG manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a production team effectively.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the production team to meet production schedules and targets.
• Monitor production processes, ensuring adherence to quality control standards and safety regulations.
• Train, mentor, and motivate production staff, fostering a culture of performance and teamwork.
• Identify and resolve production issues and inefficiencies promptly.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, waste, and downtime.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.

Skills

Team leadership

Production supervision

Quality control

Safety procedures

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations within their FMCG facility in Benoni . This role is responsible for ensuring efficient production output, maintaining quality standards, and managing a team of production line workers. You will play a vital part in optimizing production processes, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring a safe and productive work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing principles, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to achieving production targets in the fast-moving consumer goods industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the production team to meet production schedules and targets.
• Monitor production processes, ensuring adherence to quality control standards and safety regulations.
• Train, mentor, and motivate production staff, fostering a culture of performance and teamwork.
• Identify and resolve production issues and inefficiencies promptly.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, waste, and downtime.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a technical qualification or degree in a related field is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in a production supervision role, preferably in FMCG manufacturing .
• Proven ability to lead and manage a production team effectively.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and organizational abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and safety training.
• Opportunities for advancement within the manufacturing department.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Benoni .
• Paid annual leave.