Remote Senior Production Line Leader

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup support

Professional development

Provident fund & medical aid

Generous leave

Technology stipend

Job summary

A leading innovator in advanced manufacturing solutions seeks a Senior Production Line Supervisor to oversee production across multiple sites from a home office. The role emphasizes remote leadership, safety, quality, and efficiency, with strong emphasis on digital collaboration tools.

You will develop SOPs, monitor performance data, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance while driving continuous improvement and adoption of new manufacturing technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in production line supervision or management within manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading remote teams and managing virtual collaboration tools.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and quality control systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of production line operations, ensuring targets for output, quality, and safety are met.
• Develop, implement, and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Monitor production performance data, analyze trends, and generate reports with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve production issues promptly.
• Lead and mentor a remote team, fostering accountability and high performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage inventory levels and coordinate with procurement for raw materials.
• Contribute to process improvements and adoption of new manufacturing technologies.

Skills

Remote team leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Communication

Data analysis

MES knowledge

ERP knowledge

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Operations Management

Tools

MES

ERP software

Job description

A leading innovator in advanced manufacturing solutions seeks a Senior Production Line Supervisor to oversee production across multiple sites from a home office. The role emphasizes remote leadership, safety, quality, and efficiency, with strong emphasis on digital collaboration tools.

You will develop SOPs, monitor performance data, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance while driving continuous improvement and adoption of new manufacturing technologies.