Production Supervisor - High Volume Manufacturing

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town manages a production line in a hybrid environment, overseeing daily operations, staff leadership, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes optimizing productivity, mentoring staff, and coordinating with Quality Control and Maintenance to ensure seamless workflow. Hybrid model allows on-site supervision with remote coordination for admin tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a supervisory role in manufacturing.
• Proven experience in high-volume production settings, consumer goods preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing principles, quality control, and safety.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma is advantageous.
• Hybrid work model capability with on-site supervision and remote coordination.
• Must reside within reasonable commuting distance of Cape Town.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities to meet targets.
• Ensure safety regulations and policies are followed.
• Monitor output, quality, and efficiency; implement corrective actions.
• Train and motivate staff to maintain a high-performance culture.
• Manage work schedules, assignments, and evaluations.
• Oversee machinery utilization and report maintenance needs.
• Participate in process improvement to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Maintain production records for management review.
• Collaborate with Quality Control and Maintenance for smooth workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a well-established leader in the consumer goods manufacturing sector, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Production Supervisor to oversee a key production line at their facility in Cape Town . This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment where you will be responsible for ensuring smooth, efficient, and safe operations. You will lead a team of production staff, manage daily production schedules, and champion adherence to strict quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, excellent organizational skills, and a comprehensive understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on operational excellence within a reputable company. Your presence will be required at the facility for a significant portion of the week, with potential for remote oversight of certain administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the production team to meet production targets.
• Ensure all production operations are carried out in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Monitor production output, quality, and efficiency, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Train, mentor, and motivate production staff to foster a high-performance culture.
• Manage work schedules, assignments, and performance evaluations for the production team.
• Oversee the effective utilization of machinery and equipment, reporting any maintenance needs promptly.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports for management review.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as Quality Control and Maintenance, to ensure seamless workflow.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in high-volume production settings, preferably in consumer goods.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, quality control systems, and safety protocols.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team.
• Proficiency in using production management software and standard office applications.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing on-site supervision with remote coordination.
• Must reside within reasonable commuting distance of Cape Town .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Health insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.