Shift Supervisor

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career progression

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in East London (Eastern Cape) seeks a proactive Shift Supervisor to oversee daily production operations on site. You will lead a production team, monitor performance, and ensure quality and safety standards are met during assigned shifts.

Your role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and quick decision-making under pressure, with a focus on maintaining high efficiency and a collaborative, safety-conscious work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Shift Supervisor or Team Leader in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to supervise production staff and ensure safety standards.
• Ability to work across shifts and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a production team during assigned shifts to ensure operational efficiency.
• Monitor production performance and implement measures to meet daily targets and quality standards.
• Ensure all team members adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Provide guidance and training to production staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Address and resolve immediate operational issues that arise during the shift.
• Conduct regular checks on equipment and report any maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate shift records, including production output, quality data, and any incidents.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic player in the manufacturing industry , is seeking an organized and proactive Shift Supervisor to oversee operations during designated shifts at their facility in East London . This role requires strong leadership skills to guide a team of production staff, ensure targets are met, and maintain high standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have experience in supervising teams within a production environment and possess excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. This is an excellent opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities in a key role for the Eastern Cape's manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a production team during assigned shifts to ensure operational efficiency.
• Monitor production performance and implement measures to meet daily targets and quality standards.
• Ensure all team members adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Provide guidance and training to production staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Address and resolve immediate operational issues that arise during the shift.
• Conduct regular checks on equipment and report any maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate shift records, including production output, quality data, and any incidents.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Shift Supervisor or Team Leader in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of production processes and machinery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and make quick decisions.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with shift allowances.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for skill development and career progression within the company in East London .
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Paid annual leave and other company benefits.