Production Supervisor
Job in
Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listing for:
Trading Places Recruitment
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
ExperienceMinimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or mechanical production environmentExperience with in high volume or repetitive production environments preferredProven exposure to supervision, shop floor coordination and production controlStrong understanding of Health and Safety legislationFormal schooling / degreeQualification in Operations Management or Production Management - EssentialMechanical Engineering or related technical qualification preferredResponsibilities
Execute daily production plans to achieve takt time, throughput, and on-time delivery targets.Supervise operators to maintain continuous flow, balance lines, and minimise stoppages.Monitor performance, cycle times, and bottlenecks, implementing immediate corrective and recovery actions.Drive adherence to standard operating procedures and ensure specialised processes meet specification.Promote Right First Time manufacturing to reduce rework and scrap.Record and analyse production metrics including output, downtime, waste, and labour efficiency.Use data to identify trends, root causes, and support measurable improvements.Maintain accurate system and production records.Enforce quality standards, process discipline, traceability, and labelling requirements.Contain and resolve defects quickly while supporting root cause and corrective actions.Promote a zero-defect culture.Ensure completion of autonomous maintenance checks and support TPM and preventative maintenance.Monitor equipment condition, log breakdowns promptly, and drive improved uptime and OEE.Lead, coach, and develop teams to meet operational standards.Allocate daily tasks, manage attendance and utilisation, and address misconduct or poor performance fairly.Maintain training coverage, competency, and accountability.Ensure material availability and adherence to ERP and works order controls.Manage WIP, scrap, rejects, and stock accuracy to minimise losses.Implement Lean principles, sustain 5S, apply visual management, and eliminate waste.Lead continuous improvement initiatives to raise productivity and reduce cost.Enforce safe working practices, PPE compliance, and legal requirements.Act immediately on hazards and promote a proactive safety culture.Control departmental costs including labour, consumables, scrap, and downtime while maintaining quality standards.
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