Cape Town Region: Production Supervisor posted by Hire Resolve

About the Role

A leading manufacturing/logistics company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee operations within their facility. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in manufacturing or distribution environments, with experience in leading teams and driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure complete adherence to all company and legislative Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Accurately complete and maintain production records, shift reports, incident reports, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations on the production floor, ensuring all processes run smoothly, safely, and meet schedule targets.
• Implement and monitor production schedules, adjusting resources (labor, materials) as needed to achieve output goals and meet deadlines.
• Enforce strict adherence to quality assurance standards, performing regular checks and addressing non-conformance issues promptly.
• Identify and recommend efficiency improvements to optimize workflow, reduce waste (time, materials), and lower operational costs.
• Manage the usage and maintenance of production equipment and machinery, coordinating necessary repairs or preventative maintenance.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of production staff, operators, and general workers.
• Conduct on-the-job training for new hires and provide continuous coaching to existing staff on safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Monitor individual and team performance, conducting regular evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
• Handle minor disciplinary actions and resolve conflicts effectively on the floor, escalating serious issues to the Production Manager or HR.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments, implementing corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with inventory control to ensure raw materials and components are available in sufficient quantities for planned production runs.
• Monitor material handling to reduce breakage, spoilage, or loss during the production process.

Requirements

• Relevant technical qualification, trade certification, or Diploma/Degree in Production Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader capacity within a fast-paced manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, equipment operation, and machinery maintenance.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and maintaining quality control systems (e.g., ISO standards).
• Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements, particularly in a factory setting.
• Proficiency in using production planning software, MS Office Suite, and data analysis tools for reporting.
• A keen focus on continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification, trade certification, or Diploma/Degree in Production Management, Engineering, or a related field.