Production Supervisor
Production Supervisor
Role Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, including the setup, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment. The role ensures that production targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) relating to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Productivity are achieved. Responsibilities include monitoring production processes, investigating operational deviations, implementing corrective actions, maintaining accurate records and reports, and driving continuous improvement to ensure efficient plant operations.
Main Tasks
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee the maintenance, operation and efficiency of production equipment and processes.
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Plan, coordinate and monitor production activities to achieve output, quality, delivery and efficiency targets.
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Prepare production capacity plans, activate work orders on SAP, and coordinate resources and overtime requirements.
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Ensure compliance with work instructions, technical drawings, quality standards and global manufacturing procedures.
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Identify and resolve technical and production-related issues, implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvement.
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Monitor production performance, minimise waste, maintain accurate production records and report on OEE.
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Ensure proper equipment calibration, maintenance of technical documentation and effective use of production tools and fixtures.
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Supervise, train and develop production employees, ensuring operational competence across all production stations.
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Maintain workplace organisation, housekeeping and adherence to 5S principles.
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Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety and environmental requirements, including PPE, ISO 14001 and applicable legislation.
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Coordinate shift schedules, monitor attendance, overtime and training requirements, and support HR and other departments where necessary.
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Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Logistics and Management to ensure smooth production operations and achievement of business objectives.
Skills
Experience
4 years of experience in production-related topics.
Strong reporting skills.
Clear diction, be able to build easy and accurate relationships with people, develop quick and flexible solutions to problems, and be able to think analytically.
Proficient in using MS Office programs.
A valid driver's license.
No criminal record.
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