Description:
A leading packaging company is looking for an experienced Production Supervisor with strong experience in managing manufacturing teams, ensuring efficient production processes, and maintaining high-quality standards to join their team in Cape Town. The company specialises in moisture control solutions, securement products, and bulk liquid packaging for industries such as agricultural commodities, food & beverage, chemicals, and logistics.
Responsibilities:
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Supervise and coordinate daily production operations to ensure targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met.
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Allocate staff, monitor workflow, and ensure optimal use of machinery, materials, and labour.
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Monitor production metrics including efficiency, downtime, and waste, and take corrective actions where necessary.
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Enforce adherence to company policies, standard operating procedures, and health and safety regulations.
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Support the Production Manager in implementing process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and operational excellence.
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Train, coach, and motivate production teams to maintain productivity and performance standards.
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Conduct shift handovers, complete daily reports, and communicate key production updates to management.
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Operations Engineering, Production/Operations Management, or a related field — mandatory .
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Proven supervisory experience in a manufacturing or packaging production environment.
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Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills with a hands-on management approach.
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Working knowledge of production planning, workflow management, and quality control systems.
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Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and safety.
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Sound understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
Benefits:
- Salary: negotiable.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Requirements:
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Supervise and coordinate daily production operations to ensure targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met.
-
Allocate staff, monitor workflow, and ensure optimal use of machinery, materials, and labour.
-
Monitor production metrics including efficiency, downtime, and waste, and take corrective actions where necessary.
-
Enforce adherence to company policies, standard operating procedures, and health and safety regulations.
-
Support the Production Manager in implementing process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and operational excellence.
-
Train, coach, and motivate production teams to maintain productivity and performance standards.
-
Conduct shift handovers, complete daily reports, and communicate key production updates to management.
-
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Operations Engineering, Production/Operations Management, or a related field — mandatory .
-
Proven supervisory experience in a manufacturing or packaging production environment.
-
Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills with a hands-on management approach.
-
Working knowledge of production planning, workflow management, and quality control systems.
-
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and safety.
-
Sound understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
- Salary: negotiable.