Production Shop Supervisor

Overview

Our Client in the Manufacturing Industry is seeking for a Production Shop Supervisor to join their team.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12/Matric
• 3-5 years’ Production/ Technical experience in a manufacturing environment
• Staff supervisory experience (essential)
• Press Shop Department experience (advantageous)
• Qualification in Production/ Supervision (advantageous)
• Knowledge of the IATF Quality System related to the Press Shop Department.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the production process, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating production activities
• Manage a team of production staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations
• Ensure all work is completed as required on the Production Plan & that sufficient stock levels are maintained
• Ensure that production targets and quality standards are met
• Weekly shift reports required. (Detailed report of rejects, efficiencies, staff attendance, downtime, continuous improvement, etc.).
• Monitor and analyse production metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales and quality control, to ensure that production goals align with company objectives
• Prepare and compile annual departmental budgets.
• The capacity planning to be done weekly
• Develop and implement production processes and procedures to maximise efficiency and minimise waste
• Maintain a safe and clean production environment in compliance with all regulations and company policies
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure proper functioning and maintenance
• Responsible for the control of non-conforming product and ensuring quantity correspond to documentation
• Manage employee performance and attendance and maintain the company’s policies. (Employee Hand Book)
• Follow Standard Company Work Instructions and Procedures.
• Adhear to all IATF Requirements.
• Continuously strive to bring about improvement within the Press Shop Department.
• The Supervisor must be actively involved in the department and be hands on in the processes of the department.

Key Competencies/Skills

• Well organized with the ability to prioritize tasks as needed, coupled with good planning capabilities
• Team player with the ability to lead, mentor and motivate staff
• Thrives in a high pressured environment and able to work under pressure
• High energy level and the ability to multitask and provide input and support to the relevant staff members
• Accuracy in terms of recording information