Senior Production Lead: Lean, Safe & Flexible

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Professional development

Annual bonus

Paid leave

On-site facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role demands 5–7 years in manufacturing supervisory roles, Lean and Six Sigma knowledge, strong leadership, data analysis, and ERP systems experience; offering a competitive package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proven track record of overseeing production teams and achieving targets.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily production activities to meet output targets and quality standards.
• Develop and implement production schedules optimizing resources and machinery.
• Monitor processes, identify improvements, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations in the facility.
• Train and mentor production staff and foster accountability.
• Collaborate with quality control and maintenance to resolve issues.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods for uninterrupted flow.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of production equipment.
• Contribute to departmental budget development and execution.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Communication

ERP systems

Education

Engineering degree or Operations Management diploma

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role demands 5–7 years in manufacturing supervisory roles, Lean and Six Sigma knowledge, strong leadership, data analysis, and ERP systems experience; offering a competitive package and opportunities for professional growth.