Johannesburg: Production & Technical Supervisor posted by Unique Personnel Ltd

Job Purpose: The Production & Technical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the production processes in a manufacturing and responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery and equipment/ Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Supervise and direct production staff, including assigning tasks, providing guidance, and monitoring performance. 2. Ensure products meet quality standards by monitoring production processes and implementing quality control measures. 3. Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste. 4. Ensure production activities comply with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards. 5. Identify and resolve production issues, such as equipment breakdowns or quality problems. 6. Work with other departments, such as quality control, maintenance, and logistics, to ensure smooth production operations. ?7. ?Perform routine maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment(tooling). 8. ?Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify solutions. 9.? ?Conduct inspections and analyse issues to identify potential problems. 10.? ?Install new machinery and equipment. 11.? ?Replace or repair worn or damaged parts. 12.? ?Maintain records of maintenance and repair activities. 13.? ?Collaborate with superiors and other technicians to resolve complex issues. 14.? ?Ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed. 15. Design new tooling on CAD when instructed to. 16. Report any quality or potential quality issued that may occur with the machinery. 17. Participate in any production related activities like setting, operating and training personal on machines. 18. Will be the standby for the workshop supervisor. 19. Report any production inefficacies to the production controller or production planner. Required skills: Matric Relevant production qualification an advantage Millwright trade an advantage Strong technical expertise in a machine manufacturing environment – mechanical and electrical Production/technical experience in a lamination, plastic manufacturing background preferred Supervisory experience AutoCAD experience a definite plus Plastic extruding experience a definite plus Problem-Solving & Time management skills Good communication and teamwork skills Commitment to safety and quality standards Working Hours: Mon-Thurs 7am-4pm, Fridays 7am-1pm