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

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Job Description

  • 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

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