Senior Production Supervisor - Automotive Components (Lean)

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Global company

Pietermaritzburg location

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Production Supervisor for its Pietermaritzburg facility in KwaZulu-Natal. You will oversee daily production, mentor operators, enforce safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles.

The role requires 5+ years in a production supervisory capacity within manufacturing (auto preferred), strong leadership, and proficiency with production planning tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a production supervisory role in manufacturing (auto preferred).
• Proven leadership to motivate and manage diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Experience with production planning and scheduling software.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Manufacturing (desirable).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to quality and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities and meet targets.
• Lead and develop operators and line leaders.
• Enforce safety and environmental regulations.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement improvements.
• Manage raw materials and finished goods inventory with supply chain.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with QA to maintain product integrity.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and optimize resources.
• Maintain production records and prepare reports for management.
• Drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical thinking

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Production planning

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

Production planning software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Production Supervisor for its Pietermaritzburg facility in KwaZulu-Natal. You will oversee daily production, mentor operators, enforce safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles.

The role requires 5+ years in a production supervisory capacity within manufacturing (auto preferred), strong leadership, and proficiency with production planning tools.