Senior Chemical Plant Supervisor – Lead Safety & Quality

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career development

Annual bonus

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a Chemical Manufacturing Supervisor to lead a production team in a busy chemical facility. You will ensure safe, compliant operations while optimizing processes and maintaining product quality.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in chemical manufacturing with supervisory experience, and knowledge of ISO 9001 and OHS Act. Weekend shifts may be required; join a team-focused environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate required.
• A qualification in Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, or related field is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily manufacturing operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and targets.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of production operators, fostering a high-performance work environment.
• Ensure all manufacturing activities are conducted in strict accordance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor production processes, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain product quality standards and ensure all products meet specifications.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and participate in incident investigations.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality control, and maintenance departments to resolve operational challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Matric certificate

Chemical Engineering (advantageous)

Operations Management (advantageous)

Tools

ISO 9001

OHS Act

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a Chemical Manufacturing Supervisor to lead a production team in a busy chemical facility. You will ensure safe, compliant operations while optimizing processes and maintaining product quality.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in chemical manufacturing with supervisory experience, and knowledge of ISO 9001 and OHS Act. Weekend shifts may be required; join a team-focused environment with growth opportunities.