Eastern Cape: Shift Supervisor (Production and Maintenance) posted by Staff Solutions

August 26, 2025 Jobs in Eastern Cape

Eastern Cape: Shift Supervisor (Production and Maintenance) posted by Staff Solutions

Posted on 2025-08-26 00:00:00

Employer	Staff Solutions
Category	Other Manufacturing
Location	Eastern Cape / Eastern Cape

Job Summary

Minimum Requirements

Education:
- Matric with Mathematics and Science (Higher Grade passes required)
- Diploma in a Technical or Production-related field (NQF Level 6) – Required
- Certificate in Technical or Production-related field (NQF Level 5) – Minimum
- Trade Test (NQF Level 5) – Advantageous
- First Line Management Certificate (FLMP) – Advantageous
Experience:
- 5 years’ experience in Production or Maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment
- Minimum 2 years’ in a supervisory capacity
- Up to 3 years’ experience working shifts – Advantageous
Key Responsibilities

Production Operations
- Lead shift activities to ensure production targets are met through efficient use of people and resources
- Maintain high standards of product quality and operational efficiency
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of production records and reports
- Communicate effectively with relevant departments to support smooth production flow
Maintenance Coordination
- Coordinate and ensure first-line and preventative maintenance is performed on plant equipment
- Issue and manage job cards, and ensure proper work permits are processed for specialized tasks
- Ensure equipment and plant areas are safely maintained and support strong housekeeping standards
- Sign off completed maintenance work and report any follow-up needs
Compliance & Safety
- Enforce strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Identify and report operational risks or areas of concern
- Monitor adherence to standard operating procedures and legislative requirements
- Promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability within the team
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
- Maintain effective working relationships across departments and with external stakeholders
- Represent the plant in relevant meetings and act as a key contact for shift-related matters
- Address operational challenges with problem-solving and integrity
Team Leadership & Performance Management
- Lead and motivate shift employees to meet performance expectations
- Conduct regular performance reviews and appraisals
- Collaborate with HR on training, development, and employee relations
- Support ongoing upskilling and maintain clear communication across the team
Financial & Cost Control
- Support the budgeting process and promote cost-effective use of resources
- Monitor and control expenditures within budget guidelines
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across operations
Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)
- Ensure all employees adhere to PPE and safety procedures
- Conduct regular safety equipment checks and ensure proper sign-off for tasks
- Maintain awareness of high-speed machinery and operational hazards
- Oversee employee readiness and medical compliance (e.g., blood lead levels where applicable)
Key Competencies & Skills

Technical Knowledge:
- Strong understanding of production and maintenance processes in manufacturing
- Working knowledge of relevant safety, health, and compliance regulations
- Computer literacy in MS Office, SAP, ERP systems, or job-specific platforms
Behavioural Attributes:
- Decisive and level-headed under pressure
- Proactive and action-oriented
- Excellent planning and organisational ability
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communicator (both written and verbal)
- Resilient and adaptable
- Able to lead teams and handle conflict situations professionally
- Customer-focused mindset
to quality and safety

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