Production Supervisor

Job Overview

We are seeking a Production Supervisor for Platinum Group Metal Services (PGMS) who will supervise production operations, ensuring safety compliance, efficient material processing, and optimal equipment utilisation.

• Ensure safety compliance for staff, plant personnel, visitors and contractors.
• Direct, schedule and coordinate efficient processing of materials within production departments.
• Maximise utilisation and efficiency of equipment and hourly personnel.
• Implement Lean manufacturing principles.
• Assist in estimating labour hours and reviewing new product introductions.
• Initiate purchase requisitions for tools, materials, packaging and major equipment.
• Maintain control, security and accountability for in‑process precious metal materials.
• Schedule labour, including overtime and personnel transfers, to meet production deadlines.
• Administer labour contracts and address grievances before escalation.
• Approve and schedule vacation, leaves of absence and training programmes for the hourly workforce.
• Recommend capital equipment purchases to increase capability or productivity.
• Participate in the design of new or upgraded production equipment.
• Perform regular equipment inspections to ensure safe operating conditions and prevent downtime.
• Prepare detailed written reports as directed by the Production Manager.
• Coordinate material flow to meet on‑time delivery and quality goals.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and enforce good housekeeping practices.

• High‑school diploma or equivalent; engineering or technical degree preferred.
• 1 to 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Lean principles.
• Ability to train shift workers on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift (open to 2nd shift 3PM–11PM).

• Competitive base salary with performance bonus.
• Excellent pension contributions.
• 20 days annual leave (varies for shift‑based roles).
• Comprehensive JM Elements benefits package, including health and wellbeing programmes.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.