107 Factory Supervisor jobs in South Africa

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Factory Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our factory. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of production staff, ensuring quality control, and meeting production targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage a factory team and other production staff
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures
• Manage inventory and supply chain logistics related to wig production
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Train and develop production staff
• Identify and resolve production issues or bottlenecks
• Collaborate with design and development teams for new wig styles
• Maintain a clean and organized production environment

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a supervisory role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Attention to detail and quality control
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in relevant production software and systems beneficial

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: Up to R16 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

• Application Deadline: 16 November 2025
• Job Location: Edenvale, Gauteng
• Job Title: Factory / Workshop Supervisor
• Salary Offer: R25,000 - R30,000
• Education Level: Certificate
• Job Level: Senior
• Minimum Experience: 5- 7 Years

We require an experienced and results-driven Factory / Workshop Supervisor to lead our specialized production team.

This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing manufacturing operations for components critical to infrastructure—specifically high-performance industrial valves, couplings, and fabricated fittings.

The successful candidate must enforce the company's non-negotiable commitment to the highest quality control standards while optimizing production efficiency through our established manufacturing processes.

Salary: R25,000 – R30,000 per month (Negotiable based on experience).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct, hands-on leadership and support to the workshop team, fostering a culture of continuous education and high performance.
• Plan and manage agile daily production workflows, ensuring efficiency and a bias toward action to meet critical delivery schedules.
• Implement and strictly enforce quality control checkpoints to ensure all fabricated components meet the highest product standards required for harsh and extreme applications.
• Uphold rigorous health, safety, and operational protocols across all manufacturing processes.
• Oversee the accurate management and forecasting of raw material and consumable inventory necessary for sustained production.
• Coordinate the preventative maintenance and repair schedule for all workshop machinery and fabrication equipment.
• Proactively troubleshoot operational and production challenges and implement effective solutions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience (minimum 3 years) in a supervisory or management role within a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Solid background in the manufacturing or fabrication of specialized industrial components.
• Direct, demonstrable experience in the production processes (e.g., machining, assembly, fabrication) of fluid control components, such as high-performance valves, couplings, or fabricated steel fittings.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a bias toward action.
• In-depth knowledge of production optimization and non-negotiable quality assurance principles.
• Commitment to maintaining a highly efficient, safe, and continuously improving workshop environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Matric (Grade 12) - Mathematics and Science required with a pass at a higher grade
• Certificate in a technical discipline or production-related fields (NQF 5)
• A diploma in a technical discipline or production-related fields (NQF 6) is required
• Trade Test (NQF 5) - advantageous
• Certificate in First Line Management (FLMP) (NQF 5) - advantageous
• 5 years of experience in production/ maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment, of which 2 years should be at the supervisory level
• Up to 3 years of experience in working shifts - advantageous

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production operations and control
  • Achieve production targets through the optimum use and application of resources and skills
  • Ensures production operational effectiveness, efficiency and quality to achieve targets following timeframes/ schedules
  • Ensures open communication channels with relevant departments to ensure the highest standards of product quality are maintained
  • Completes, processes and updates all production records and related documentation
• Maintenance operations and control
  • Ensures effective and preventative maintenance is performed on all plant/ infrastructure/ equipment as required, to limit potential failure and optimise production processes
  • Coordinates first-line maintenance to restrict or prevent plant/ equipment downtime
  • Raise job cards for all maintenance work required, ensure work permits are included (work permits for “hot work”, vessel entry and elevated work to be escalated to the manager for approval)
  • Approves all job cards after maintenance work is completed successfully
  • Ensures that equipment and work areas are safe, maintained by operators, and that housekeeping principles are adhered to at all times
• Compliance
  • Operates within controls and procedures to ensure the integrity of the company
  • Identifies and reports risks or areas of concern to management within own department and area of responsibility
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures to prevent fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure
  • Strictly adheres to, complies with and assumes responsibility for enforcing Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, regulations toward minimising risk, exposure, incidents or damage to the organization and environment in any form or manner
• Customer service
  • Maintains effective working relationships with customers (both internal and external) towards rendering the highest quality of services
  • Represents the company in meetings with relevant stakeholders
  • Identifies and solves problems creatively whilst demonstrating a high level of integrity in line with the company's core values
• Staff supervision
  • Ensures that all employees have signed performance agreements
  • Monitors and measures performance quarterly by conducting employee appraisals
  • In collaboration with HR, identify staff performance objectives, potential areas of development and action plans where necessary
  • Ensures ongoing training and development of employees
  • Addresses employee relations matters fairly and promptly
• Cost and financial control
  • Contributes to the budget preparation process
  • Promotes and communicates the effective, efficient, economical and transparent use of financial and other resources
  • Monitors and controls expenditure against budget and ensures spending occurs within budgetary limits and the company's financial guidelines, and reports deviations to the direct manager
  • Explores opportunities to control and reduce costs
• OHS requirements
  • Inspection and sign off on all safety equipment
  • Blood lead counselling for employees with high blood lead levels
  • Ensuring that all employees have the correct permits when doing specialised eg, working at heights and confined spaces
  • Ensure that all employees have proper sign-off for the tasks that are undertaken
  • Ensures that the team wears the correct PPE and uses it correctly to minimise exposure to lead acid dust
  • Be aware of all equipment safety issues and be constantly aware of high-speed machinery, which may pose a risk, to ensure the safety of the team and colleagues, and bypass safety systems where necessary for operational reasons

• Matric

• 5 years+ of experience in a supervisory or team leader role
• 3-5 years of experience working in the manufacturing industry.
• Any previous experience working with concrete or the manufacturing of concrete products will by
• highly advantageous

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve performance targets.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear instruction and reporting.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and decision-making skills for resolving issues effectively.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Skills: Be able to read and understand production drawings.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently within a busy environment.
• Reliability & Accountability: Dependable and responsible with a strong work ethic.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing priorities or work conditions.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on precision and accuracy in all tasks and processes.
• Ensures that operations, safety procedures, and quality standards are consistently met with minimal errors.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to remain on your feet for the entire shift, managing high-energy tasks and standing for extended periods. Must be able to handle physical demands, including lifting and moving materials if needed.
• Team-Oriented: A collaborative approach to working with others and fostering a positive team environment.
• Resilience: Ability to work under pressure and handle challenges with a calm and composed demeanour.

• Supervise and coordinate production line activities during assigned shifts.
• Monitor machine operators and production processes to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations (HACCP, GMP).
• Allocate tasks and responsibilities to team members to meet production targets.
• Identify, report, and resolve production issues or bottlenecks.
• Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, and employee attendance.
• Train, mentor and motivate production staff to improve performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with management to implement process improvements.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and the production area for safety and operational efficiency.

• 24 years proven experience in a supervisory role within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes and machinery operation.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, hygiene and quality control procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and overtime when required.

POSITION SNAPSHOT

JobReq ID: 53955

Type of work: On site

Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent

Full/Part Time: Full time

Location:

Emalahleni, ZA

About Us
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a "Bridgestone West" strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

About The Role
Job Purpose
The ideal candidate will lead by example, with the ability to effectively work with and supervise tyre fitters. They should be capable of handling administrative tasks, delivering exceptional customer service, and demonstrating a strong willingness to learn and enhance their managerial skills and knowledge. This position will be based at Otraco.

Otraco Southern Africa is a key part of Bridgestone's strategy to enhance mobility solutions and tyre-centric services across all market segments. As part of Bridgestone's initiative to improve these services, the company recognized a need for specific mining services and enhancements within the mining sector. The acquisition of Otraco Southern Africa, with its expertise in tyre management systems, creates a valuable opportunity to expand and strengthen Bridgestone's mobility solutions in this important market.

For more information about Otraco Southern Africa
,
please read the details below.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that tyre fitters comply with the Otraco Management System (OMS) policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Lead tyre fitters to perform tyre fitting and workshop maintenance tasks efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.
• Prioritize and direct personnel to perform tyre fitting and workshop maintenance tasks in the most efficient, safe, and cost-effective manner.
• Perform corrective action requests from auditors.
• Mount and strip any type of tyre and wheel/rim assembly according to established procedures.
• Lead tyre fitters in maintaining a high level of service quality to clients.
• Assess subordinates to analyse competence and identify training gaps (e.g., through Planned Task Observations).
• Ensure that all personnel work safely and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Procedures.
• Ensure that all personnel comply with site "lock-out" / "tag-out" procedures.

Qualifications & Experience Required
Education and other certification:

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate.
• A valid driver's license (Code 08).

Experience (years):

• Three years of Earthmover tyre fitting experience.

Skills:

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• A solid understanding of the working mechanisms of the tools or machinery being handled.
• Responsible for the maintenance of equipment.
• Strong supervisory skills with a keen attention to detail

With over 50 years' experience delivering off-the-road (OTR) and light mobile equipment (LME) tyre management solutions, Otraco help customers to maximise tyre life, increase productivity, reduce waste and improve safety. Otraco's highly skilled teams are in 60+ customer mining operations across three continents in Australia, New Zealand, Southern Africa and Chile.

Otraco offers a robust portfolio of OTR tire management solutions that track tires across the full lifecycle, such as its computerized Otracom platform. Otraco's offering will complement Bridgestone's world-class OTR products and solutions, including Bridgestone MasterCore*3 surface mining tires and the tire monitoring and management solution. Bridgestone Southern Africa Mining services and OTRACO Southern Africa have joined forces to accelerate Mining tyre management and mobility solutions in Southern Africa, under one banner. Together Bridgestone and OTRACO have market-leading Mining tyre management and mobility solutions.

What We Offer
At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality", for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in managing all aspects of a store
• Maximizing turnover and profit
• Stock loss control and prevention
• Deliver exceptional customer service by implementing customer experience strategy.
• Lead Talent selection, training, coaching, retention and recognize initiatives for all team members.
• Innovative visual merchandising to optimize sales.
• Implement all company policies and procedures.
• Maintaining health & safety practices
• Optimize team through creating an inspiring environment.
• Align team members to Company culture and create fun.

Minimum requirements:

• 2 years of Supervisory experience
• Matric or Equivalent
• Microsoft – Computer Proficiency
• Clear Criminal record
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Behavioural requirements:

• Inspirational leadership and passion
• Taking ownership
• Building and maintaining relationships
• Innovation and change management
• Thinking adaptability
• Taking ownership

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in managing all aspects of a store
• Maximizing turnover and profit
• Stock loss control and prevention
• Deliver exceptional customer service by implementing customer experience strategy.
• Lead Talent selection, training, coaching, retention and recognize initiatives for all team members.
• Innovative visual merchandising to optimize sales.
• Implement all company policies and procedures.
• Maintaining health & safety practices
• Optimize team through creating an inspiring environment.
• Align team members to Company culture and create fun.

Minimum requirements:

• 2 years of Supervisory experience
• Matric or Equivalent
• Microsoft – Computer Proficiency
• Clear Criminal record
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Behavioural requirements:

• Inspirational leadership and passion
• Taking ownership
• Building and maintaining relationships
• Innovation and change management
• Thinking adaptability
• Taking ownership

Vacancy: Shift Supervisor – Mining Industry

Above mentioned position has become vacant based at the Rustenburg Branch.

Job Purpose:

A vacancy for a Shift Supervisor in the Security Industry has become vacant. The main purpose of the position is to ensure that all site-specific security requirements are adhered to and that the Client's needs are always efficiently and professionally met.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12/Matric certificate
• Grade A/B Psira registration and accreditation.
• Must have Firearm Competency/Business Purpose (Handgun/Shotgun & Rifle).
• A minimum of 6 years' experience in Security Operations- previous Shift Management experience advantageous within the Mining Industry.
• Very analytical individual with excellent problem-solving Skills.
• Ability to manage and discipline staff.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Strong Operational Planning, Leadership and Organisational Skills as well as good Interpersonal Communication and Client Liaison Skills are essential.
• Must be able to work under pressure and for extended hours as and when required.
• Clear criminal record.
• Medically Fit.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Own reliable transport.
• Should reside in Rustenburg or surrounding areas.

Job Specification:

• Maintaining good relations between Fidelity Security Services Group and the Client regarding security services rendered
• Constantly evaluating the service levels provided and making recommendations to the Client regarding the improvement of services.
• Ensuring continuous assessment of the Client's premises and minimizing as far as possible risky access and creating several barriers to would be criminals.
• Ensuring that all Security Officers on site meet the contractual requirements as stipulated by the Client.
• General management and supervision of security staff and ensuring that all their queries are dealt with promptly.
• Submitting relevant monthly reports to the Client and Management when applicable.
• Controls and ensures the effective and safe utilisation of Security infrastructure, systems and resources.
• Control of operational security activities on shift bases
• Compile and consolidate reports
• Write security reports and take statements
• Further Education & Training Certificate Specialist Security Practices
• Inspect, drive and maintain an official vehicle.

Other personality attributes:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Pro-active and innovative
• Punctual
• Attention to detail
• Quality orientated
• Assertive
• Disciplined
• Accuracy and high methodical working methods.
• Vision & influence
• Driving & managing change
• Communication skills
• Teamwork

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Whilst preference is always given to existing employees and the choice made purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates, Disabled Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team.

Fidelity Security Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.