80 Production Supervisor jobs in South Africa

• Develop and implement production schedules
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency
• Supervise production staff and provide training as needed
• Ensure product quality standards are met
• Implement and maintain production safety protocols
• Overseeing daily operations within the department and implementing strategic plans.
• Acting as a lead on process and procedure improvements.
  Creating a safe work environment.
• Count cash at the end of the shift and manage bank deposits
• Train and integrate new workers
• Resolve Conflicts between colleagues
• Ensure that daily production goals or targets are met.
• Manage daily schedules, employee shifts, and time-off requests
• Assign duties to employees and oversee their progress.
• Assisting in budget preparation and expense management.
• Evaluating team performance and developing improvement plans.

• Previous experience as a Supervisor or similar role.
• Full understanding of industry safety standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of basic software, such as Word and Excel.
• Ability to multitask.
• Leadership and conflict-management skills.
• Matric.
• Production-related postgraduate qualification.
• Food Manufacturing experience is a must.

• Must have a minimum of 3 years experience as Production Supervisor within a Laboratory | Manufacturing Industry
• Degree | Diploma in Production Management or related will be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of fertilizer formulations | Agrichemical products (Fertilizers | Adjuvants | insecticides | fungicides) | Mixing processes
• Proven experience in Plant maintenance | Equipment calibration | Implementing SOP's
• Strong Leadership skills and ability to enforce Quality | Safety and Housekeeping standards
• Valid Driver's License and own Transport required
• Must be able to provide contactable references and payslips on request

• Negotiable salary package based on experience

• Production planning
• Coordinating all activities of the department including shifts
• Ordering and ensuring raw materials conform to process requirements
• Ensure machines are utilized efficiently in order to meet set targets
• Check quality and record and report deviations (ISO TS 16949)
• Ensure all health, safety and environmental standards are maintained
• Plan machine maintenance downtime in consultation with Maintenance
• Conduct training and appraising of employees
• Ensure all departmental budgets are met
• Control material utilization and minimize waste
• Provide good customer service and communication
• Promote good employee relations
• Complete daily reports accurately and on time
• Deal with daily industrial relation problems
• Ensure all manufacturing systems are maintained
• Ensure the factory is opened and closed daily
• Carry out monthly stock takes
• Apply & enforce company principles

• Production Management Diploma/ similar qualification
• 1-3 years experience in a manufacturing environment (in a supervisory position)
• Knowledge of Kanban systems or experience in the motor industry
• Valid drivers license and own transport
• Computer literacy

Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or similar role in a manufacturing environment
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of production processes and equipment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in Production Foreman or a related field is a plus

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

• Matric or equivalent required; technical or food-related qualifications preferred
• Minimum 23 years experience in a food manufacturing environment (preferably snack production)
• Prior experience in a supervisory or team lead role is an advantage
• Knowledge of food safety systems (FSSC 22000, GMP, HACCP)
• Basic mechanical knowledge of food processing machinery (poppers, conveyors, weighers)

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of production line operators, and packers
• Ensure production targets (volume, quality, waste, efficiency) are met consistently
• Monitor the operation of popped chip machinery, seasoning equipment, oil sprayers, and packing lines
• Perform start-up and end-of-shift checks including equipment inspections, sanitation verification, and production log updates
• Ensure strict compliance with health & safety regulations and food safety systems (FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP)
• Taking accurate records of raw materials used during production
• Train and mentor team members on proper operational procedures and safe working practices
• Lead daily team meetings and shift handovers; communicate production plans and updates
• Troubleshoot and escalate process issues
• Keep accurate production records, downtime logs, and material usage reports
• Monitor product quality (e.g., texture, seasoning level, moisture, packaging integrity) and take corrective actions when needed
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork on the floor

The Production Supervisor will oversee day-to-day production while ensuring the utmost quality of all fertiliser products.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and resolve on-site problems
• Support and assist the Production Manager
• Ensure that the end products comply with the specification and quality requirements
• Review and train on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the relevant areas
• Ensure that the manufacturing process is punctual and of excellent quality
• Ensure health and safety standards are met
• Assist with the management of the factory staff
• Ad Hoc or other related duties as assigned

Skills and Capabilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates high attention to detail
• Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgement and professionalism
• The ability to perform high standards under pressure

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Chemical/Process Engineering or any similar qualification

Experience

• 2-3 years experience in a factory or plant environment
• Experience leading a team (big or small)

Other specific requirements

• Willingness to work shifts
• Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing)
• Own transport is crucial
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Forklift license will be advantageous

We are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee production processes on a shift work basis in a food safe environment, reporting to the Production Manager.

The successful candidate shall ensure maximum production with the correct quality and minimum waste.

The Production Supervisor will take full responsibility of the shift operation, managing resources, ensuring consistent quality, enforcing safety and maintain good house keeping standards.

Key Responsibilities

· Proven work experience as a Production Supervisor.

· Ensure that shift raw materials are available to meet the required production plan.

· Maintain product quality, safety and compliance and food safety standards.

· Manage the production team allocated to you including attendance, staff discipline and continues coaching.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Maintain good housekeeping standards and ensure that cleaning checklist is completed daily.

· Assist with machine changeovers during production and minimize down time.

· Hands on approach is strongly recommended.

· Short interval control and hourly output verification.

· Continued improvement and Identify areas of improvement.

· Accurate update and manage all production data and reporting.

· Managing and labelling of finished goods.

· Act as business manager, promoting proactive maintenance practices and sense of ownership.

Qualifications and experience

· Grade 12

· Computer literacy is a must.

· A supervisory qualification will be a plus.

· Strong problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.

· Strong knowledge of BCEA.

· Good planning and leadership skills.

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Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Job Description

• Supervise the production shift team responsible to manufacture confectionary goods to the desired quality specifications, on time and in full within the required costs as per the production plan, also maintaining the production equipment.

Qualification Requirements

• FMCG Plant Production management experience - 3-5 Years - Essential
• Grade 12

Experience Requirements

• FMCG Plant Production management experience - 3-5 Years - Essential
• Confectionery process quality requirements and standards - Intermediate - Essential
• Supervisory and leadership principles and practices - Intermediate - Essential
• Function of Raw and Packaging materials and quality - Intermediate - Essential
• Good housekeeping and hygiene practices - Advanced - Essential
• Food safety requirements - Intermediate - Essential
• Financial acumen to support planning, budgeting, and cost controls - Intermediate - Desirable
• Performance management principles - Intermediate - Essential
• Disciplinary and grievance management process requirements - Basic - Essential
• Understanding Quality management system requirements - Intermediate - Essential
• Continuous improvement processes - Intermediate - Essential

Key Outputs

• Ensure optimal confectionery production process efficiencies and effectiveness by: Ensuring production on time and in full as per plan and quality specifications
• Coordinating shift production team and other areas in the confectionery supply chain to ensure optimal production and timeous delivery.
• Supporting the maintenance department by co-ordinating autonomous maintenance and housekeeping during the shift as per maintenance plans

• Recording all relevant production process KPI's and information in order to provide cull and accurate post shift hand over to the production manager.

• To ensure confectionery process delivers consistent high-quality products within specifications in collaboration with the maintenance manager by: Ensuring adherence to production process parameters.

• Identifying exceptions and variations in process and correct in process and correct.

• Identifying exceptions and variations in equipment and report these to the maintenance manager to correct.
• Support route cause analysis when needed to address and correct.
• Follow up and check that problem has been addressed and that production process is back within parameters.
• Driving a quality mindset within production in collaboration with the quality control department in dealing with non-conforming products or customer complaints and collaborating on ways to improve quality.
• Ensure all production process control documentation is completed and controlled as per SOP for recall & traceability purposes.
• Ensure high performance production shift team by: Adequate resourcing for each shift and managing absenteeism and leave rosters for the team
• Guiding and assisting team to meet their targets through regular coaching, assistance, and on-the-job training of employees
• Conducting INVOCOMs and ensures that records are kept and shared across the team and that action plans agreed to within INVOCOMs are delivered upon.
• To ensure full statutory compliance to all health and safety and food safety requirements in line with Premier standards and SOP's by ensuring training of relevant persons, observation, coaching and assessment of SOPs as per requirements and team educational plan.
• Driving continuous improvement of confectionery production processes by:
• actioning team improvement suggestions or reporting them to the relevant managers to investigate for implementations
• continuously monitoring daily WIP
• Support continuous operations and optimal working conditions by Liasing with other HOD's and supervisors as needed to maintain operations
• Getting support to address team issues and resolve problems reported
• Reporting continuous improvement ideas appropriately