7 Manufacturing Supervisor jobs in Durban

A vacancy exists for a Production Supervisor at our Durban Manufacturing factory in Westmead.

Overall scope of role The Production Supervisor is responsible for general supervision of the production packing staff to meet the production schedule, productivity and quality objectives.

Responsibilities include training and ensuring disciplined work environment is maintained. This person must have at least 5 years of experience in first line supervision in production environment.

Key responsibilities

Delivery of Production Plan

Production productivity

Product Quality

Staff Supervision

Staff Safety Key communication and relationships

Receive instructions from and reports to Manufacturing Manager

Communicates and receives planned production demand requirements daily from the production planner

Communicates daily progress on production plan to stakeholders to ensure smooth material and production flow

Communicates and direct production staff to achieve product plan efficiently Communicates and coordinates machine breakdowns to maintenance

Communicates schedule deviations and material availability issues to stores personnel and production planner Skills, qualifications and experience needed

Matric / Studying towards a Degree

Must be able to communicate in English and Zulu

5+ years experience in managing shop floor production staff

Preferred experience in application of lean manufacturing principles.

Excellent at conflict resolution, communication skills, relationship building and constructive feedback

Good problem-solving skills Organized, planning, Time Management

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Performance Outputs Planning

1. Liaise with Operations Manager re current projections vs. actual sales
2. Review/ adjust monthly Planning Schedule & Weekly Plans
3. Conduct weekly Production Meeting at Conversion & Daily Production meeting Extrusion, identify and action optimum programme to execute planned requirements
4. Discover trends in market demand vs. stock, on hand (Finished, WIP, Raw and Packaging), identify potential shortfalls, recommend remedial action
5. Review plant availability (condition, planned maintenance, schedule, etc.)
6. Review throughput requirement for shift
7. Ensure all production inputs and resources are in place (Staff, machines, materials, dies, weighing scales)

Controlling (Production)

1. Plant & People declared safe to operate at start-up
2. Monitor production flow ito. Plant performance, compliance with safety and health standards, quality, and best-practice requirements
3. Identify deviations from required standards and their causes, initiate corrective action
4. Ensure optimum Control Room & Operator liaison – discover and address gaps
5. Monitor material batches, discover/ address nonconformances
6. Identify and mitigate potential hazards
7. Ensure physical security of negotiable items (products, etc)
8. Oversee Process changes according to varying operating conditions – oversee manual interventions – log such changes and recommend changes

Documentation

1. Produce reports on variable elements related to production e.g. daily/weekly production, maintenance, safety
2. Input production data into system (BOM)
3. Produce statutory records as required
4. Ensure availability of documents
5. Procuring of Local Buyouts

Leadership

1. Select and appoint team members
2. Enable delivery capacity of team members through training, communication and setting clear performance standards
3. Implement a performance-enabling environment through working conditions, feedback on actual delivery, support, recognition and reward, fostering teamwork, fairness and other best-practice leadership processes
4. Discover sources of workplace conflict and resolve proactively

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Soft Skills

1. Attention to Detail
2. Verbal & Written Communication
3. Analytical Thinking

Computer Skills

1. Other Software Packages

Technical Skills

Required Qualifications

1. Tertiary qualification in Production Management or any similar qualification
2. 5 years of experience in a similar position with at least 3 years in managing a team
3. Knowledge within the Hardware or Retail sector would be advantageous.
4. Knowledge of IQ Retail System would be advantageous.

R30K Negotiable

• Matric
• Engineering studies/relevant supervisory qualification
• 3-5 years of experience in the steel fabrication/metal production industry
• Must have powder coating experience
• Technically able to conduct investigations
• Able to service & maintain equipment
• Must have the ability to learn and perform functions on Fabritrak
• Must have a valid driver's license

• Provide supervision for production in the powder coating department
• Planning & scheduling work
• Ensure efficient use of powder
• Ensure efficient use of the Ovens
• Provide production quantity and quality control in the powder coating section
• Monitor the financial performances of the production department to ensure company goals are met
• Maintain and control the use of machinery in the powder coating section
• Track competencies of subordinates and provide leadership and development as required
• Ensure implementation and evolution of company policies and procedures
• Comply with all regulatory safety policies and standards as well as ensure that PPE is worn at all times
• Adhere to late coming and Absenteeism policies
• Good housekeeping 5s

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Production Supervisor (Automotive) Durban KZN SOUTH-AFRICA

Department:

Production

Recruiter:

Hlabahlosile

Job Ref:



Date posted:

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Production Supervisor (Automotive) Durban KZN SOUTH-AFRICA

Department:

Production

Job Purpose:

To supervise, organize, control and lead the safe execution of all activities in the plant production processes and to ensure the achievement of production and quality targets in

accordance with production plans

Reporting to:

Production Manager

Requirements for Applicants

Educational:

• Matriculation (grade 12 school leaving certificate) as a minimum qualification, with math’s & science as subjects.
• Further Education and Training Certificate: Manufacturing and Assembly Operations Supervision
  
  

• 2 years’ supervisory experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment.
  
  

• Schedule and monitor Production activities.
• Schedule and arrange changeovers according to Production Plans (change- over sequence, tool changes, cutting knives, water jet nests etc.)
  
  

• Maintain manufacturing /production efficiencies.
• Ensures correct start-up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift.
• Balance the production lines (manning levels)
• Monitor the achievement of daily production targets.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performance.
• Set up ancillary process equipment for the manufacturing operations.
• Prepare, set and adjust manufacturing and production machine conditions to achieve output at the correct quality and quantity.
• FIRST- OFF Production parts monitored in conjunction with the Quality Assurance dept.
• Control the manufacturing/production processes.
• Adjust and maintain production processes and machinery.
• Take corrective action where necessary.
• Responsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilizes previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality control department and process engineering to resolve problems
  
  

• Responsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilizes previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality control department and process engineering to resolve problems
• Responsible for displaying the latest level of work instructions
• Complies with all statutory requirements.
• Ensures that all hand tools are in good working condition.
  
  

• Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support production.
• Supervises monthly stock counts and ensure records are correctly entered
• Count stock for integrity checks (check product condition during the count)
  
  

• Handle and care for materials.
• Identify rejects and process waste.
• Report material issues/concerns
  
  

• Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functionality.
• Monitor maintenance of manufacturing equipment, tooling and equipment.
• Inform responsible person/s of equipment/tooling breakdown and raise Job requisitions.
• Prepare mould changes as required by the production plan, including requisite paperwork.
• Perform minor machine repairs to reduce machine downtime
  
  

• Identify opportunities for improvements.
• Apply continuous improvement principles – e.g. kaizen
  
  

• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved levels of performance
• Ensure discipline is maintained in the department – manage absenteeism, late- coming, overtime, misconducts, etc.
• Resolve grievances & disputes
• Plan and facilitate on the job training and multi-skilling of production teams on a continuous basis. Motivate production operators continuously of correct work practices and provide on the job training of new production operators
• Attend all meetings and training courses as requested. Ensure all subordinates attend required training courses
• Ensure SACO payroll submissions are done accurately and timeously, including
  
  

• Report issues/concerns with the SACO time & attendance system to the Payroll department
• Manage Production overtime schedules to ensure compliance with the MIBCO Main Agreement
• Report any overtime exemptions (>than 10 hours per week and 60 hours per month) to the HR Department
  
  

• Ensure safe working conditions and the application of safe working practices in all areas of the department. Report any unsafe equipment, working conditions and practices to the Production Manager.
• Ensure machines and production areas are kept clean and tidy at all times in accordance with good housekeeping principles.
• Ensure that all safe working procedures are adhered to by subordinates at all times.
• Ensure availability and correct use of protective clothing and equipment
• Ensure all safety devices in the plant are operating correctly.
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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Production Supervisor (Automotive) Durban KZN SOUTH-AFRICA

Job Purpose: To supervise, organize, control and lead the safe execution of all activities in the plant production processes and to ensure the achievement of production and quality targets in accordance with production plans.

Reporting to: Production Manager

Educational:

• Matriculation (grade 12 school leaving certificate) as a minimum qualification, with maths & science as subjects.
• Further Education and Training Certificate: Manufacturing and Assembly Operations Supervision

Experiential:

• 2 years’ supervisory experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment.

• Production Planning:
  • Schedule and monitor production activities.
  • Schedule and arrange changeovers according to Production Plans (change-over sequence, tool changes, cutting knives, water jet nests etc.).
• Production Management:
  • Maintain manufacturing/production efficiencies.
  • Ensure correct start-up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift.
  • Balance the production lines (manning levels).
  • Monitor the achievement of daily production targets.
  • Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performance.
  • Set up ancillary process equipment for the manufacturing operations.
  • Prepare, set and adjust manufacturing and production machine conditions to achieve output at the correct quality and quantity.
  • FIRST-OFF production parts monitored in conjunction with the Quality Assurance dept.
  • Control the manufacturing/production processes.
  • Adjust and maintain production processes and machinery.
  • Take corrective action where necessary.
  • Responsible for the quality of production, utilizing experience and QA/process engineering input to resolve problems.
  • Display the latest level of work instructions.
  • Comply with all statutory requirements.
  • Ensure that all hand tools are in good working condition.
• Raw Material:
  • Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support production.
  • Supervise monthly stock counts and ensure records are correctly entered.
  • Count stock for integrity checks (check product condition during the count).
• Material Handling:
  • Handle and care for materials.
  • Identify rejects and process waste.
  • Report material issues/concerns.
• Maintenance:
  • Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functionality.
  • Monitor maintenance of manufacturing equipment, tooling and equipment.
  • Inform responsible person/s of equipment/tooling breakdown and raise Job requisitions.
  • Prepare mould changes as required by the production plan, including requisite paperwork.
  • Perform minor machine repairs to reduce machine downtime.
• Contribution Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for improvements.
  • Apply continuous improvement principles – e.g. kaizen.
• People Management:
  • Coach and counsel people to ensure improved levels of performance.
  • Ensure discipline is maintained in the department – manage absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconducts, etc.
  • Resolve grievances & disputes.
  • Plan and facilitate on-the-job training and multi-skilling of production teams on a continuous basis. Motivate production operators and provide on-the-job training of new operators.
  • Attend meetings and training courses as requested. Ensure subordinates attend required training.
  • Ensure SACO payroll submissions are accurate and timely, including clockings and exceptions.
  • Report issues/concerns with the SACO time & attendance system to the Payroll department.
  • Manage production overtime schedules to ensure compliance with the MIBCO Main Agreement.
  • Report any overtime exemptions (>10 hours per week and 60 hours per month) to the HR Department.
• SHE:
  • Ensure safe working conditions and safe working practices in all areas of the department. Report unsafe equipment, conditions and practices to the Production Manager.
  • Ensure machines and production areas are kept clean and tidy at all times in accordance with housekeeping principles.
  • Ensure all safe working procedures are adhered to by subordinates at all times.
  • Ensure availability and correct use of protective clothing and equipment.
  • Ensure all safety devices in the plant are operating correctly.

Production Supervisor (Automotive) Durban KZN SOUTH-AFRICA

Department:

Production

Job Purpose:

To supervise, organize, control and lead the safe execution of all activities in the plant production processes and to ensure the achievement of production and quality targets in

accordance with production plans

Reporting to:

Production Manager

Requirements for Applicants

Educational:

· Matriculation (grade 12 school leaving certificate) as a minimum qualification, with math’s & science as subjects.

· Further Education and Training Certificate: Manufacturing and Assembly Operations Supervision

Experiential:

· 2 years’ supervisory experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment.

Key Performance Areas

Associated Tasks

Production Planning:

· Schedule and monitor Production activities.

· Schedule and arrange changeovers according to Production Plans (change- over sequence, tool changes, cutting knives, water jet nests etc.)

Production Management:

· Maintain manufacturing /production efficiencies.

· Ensures correct start-up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift.

· Balance the production lines (manning levels)

· Monitor the achievement of daily production targets.

· Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performance.

· Set up ancillary process equipment for the manufacturing operations.

· Prepare, set and adjust manufacturing and production machine conditions to achieve output at the correct quality and quantity.

· FIRST- OFF Production parts monitored in conjunction with the Quality Assurance dept.

· Control the manufacturing/production processes.

· Adjust and maintain production processes and machinery.

· Take corrective action where necessary.

· Responsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilizes previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality control department and process engineering to resolve problems

Production Management:

· Responsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilizes previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality control department and process engineering to resolve problems

· Responsible for displaying the latest level of work instructions

· Complies with all statutory requirements.

· Ensures that all hand tools are in good working condition.

Raw Material:

· Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support production.

· Supervises monthly stock counts and ensure records are correctly entered

· Count stock for integrity checks (check product condition during the count)

Material Handling:

· Handle and care for materials.

· Identify rejects and process waste.

· Report material issues/concerns

Maintenance:

· Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functionality.

· Monitor maintenance of manufacturing equipment, tooling and equipment.

· Inform responsible person/s of equipment/tooling breakdown and raise Job requisitions.

· Prepare mould changes as required by the production plan, including requisite paperwork.

· Perform minor machine repairs to reduce machine downtime

Contribution Improvement:

· Identify opportunities for improvements.

· Apply continuous improvement principles – e.g. kaizen

People Management:

· Coach and counsel people to ensure improved levels of performance

· Ensure discipline is maintained in the department – manage absenteeism, late- coming, overtime, misconducts, etc.

· Resolve grievances & disputes

· Plan and facilitate on the job training and multi-skilling of production teams on a continuous basis. Motivate production operators continuously of correct work practices and provide on the job training of new production operators

· Attend all meetings and training courses as requested. Ensure all subordinates attend required training courses

· Ensure SACO payroll submissions are done accurately and timeously, including

clocking’s and exceptions

· Report issues/concerns with the SACO time & attendance system to the Payroll department

· Manage Production overtime schedules to ensure compliance with the MIBCO Main Agreement

· Report any overtime exemptions (>than 10 hours per week and 60 hours per month) to the HR Department

SHE:

· Ensure safe working conditions and the application of safe working practices in all areas of the department. Report any unsafe equipment, working conditions and practices to the Production Manager.

· Ensure machines and production areas are kept clean and tidy at all times in accordance with good housekeeping principles.

· Ensure that all safe working procedures are adhered to by subordinates at all times.

· Ensure availability and correct use of protective clothing and equipment

· Ensure all safety devices in the plant are operating correctly.