Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with shift diff

Health and retirement benefits

Fully remote supervision

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee the night shift at a manufacturing facility near Soweto. This remote supervision role relies on digital tools to lead a team, monitor production flow, and resolve issues after hours.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or higher, strong leadership and communication skills, and a solid grasp of manufacturing processes and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience leading production teams, preferably night shifts.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to enforce standards.
• Proficiency with remote communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the night shift to meet daily production goals.
• Ensure safety, quality, and policy compliance.
• Monitor processes and equipment, troubleshoot remotely.
• Train and mentor night shift staff, enforce a productive culture.
• Manage inventory records for materials and finished goods.
• Provide clear direction via remote channels.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Remote team management

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification or degree

Tools

Production monitoring software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and reliable Production Supervisor to oversee night shift operations for their manufacturing facility near Soweto . This is a critical role requiring strong leadership to ensure production targets are met, quality standards are maintained, and safety protocols are strictly adhered to during overnight hours. As a remote supervisor, you will leverage communication technologies to manage your team, monitor production flow, and resolve any issues that arise. This role is ideal for a proactive individual comfortable leading teams virtually and ensuring seamless operations throughout the night, contributing to the company's overall productivity and success within the Gauteng industrial landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide the production team during the night shift to achieve daily production goals.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Monitor production processes and equipment performance, troubleshooting issues remotely and coordinating immediate responses.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate night shift employees, fostering a productive and safe work environment.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure accurate record-keeping for materials and finished goods.
• Conduct regular check-ins and provide clear direction to team members via remote communication channels.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or degree is advantageous.
• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or team leader, preferably with night shift responsibility.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage time effectively and motivate a remote team during non-traditional hours.
• Proficiency in using digital communication tools and production monitoring software.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with shift differential.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Fully remote supervision role offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Supportive team environment focused on operational excellence in the Soweto area.