Production Supervisor - Quality Focus

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Structured work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a diligent Production Supervisor for their Nelspruit-based manufacturing facility. You will oversee daily operations, drive quality controls, and lead a team to deliver defect-free products in a competitive market.

Ideal candidates have a strong manufacturing background, leadership skills, and the ability to interpret production data to improve efficiency while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Supervisor or similar role with strong emphasis on quality.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality management systems.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, problem solving and decisive decision-making abilities.
• Ability to interpret quality metrics and production data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and a commitment to high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities ensuring targets for output, quality and efficiency.
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures throughout production.
• Lead, train and motivate a team of production staff.
• Troubleshoot production and quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with QA to maintain product integrity.

Skills

Production supervision

Quality emphasis

Leadership

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and quality-focused Production Supervisor for their manufacturing facility in Nelspruit . This critical role ensures that production runs smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of product quality. You will lead a team of production staff, overseeing daily operations, implementing quality control measures, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and a passion for delivering defect-free products. This on-site position is essential for upholding the company's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction in the competitive manufacturing market.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring targets for output, quality, and efficiency are met.


• Implement and monitor rigorous quality control procedures throughout the production process.


• Lead, train, and motivate a team of production personnel, fostering a culture of quality and accountability.


• Troubleshoot production and quality issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.


• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies.


• Collaborate with the quality assurance department to achieve and maintain product integrity.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or in a similar role with a strong emphasis on quality.


• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, quality management systems, and relevant standards.


• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.


• Ability to interpret quality metrics and production data.


• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.


• A commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in a production environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Paid time off and holiday leave.


• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.


• A structured work environment focused on continuous improvement and quality assurance.