Production Line Supervisor

SUMMARY:
A Cape Town-based advanced materials manufacturer is seeking an experienced Production Line Supervisor to oversee daily production operations in a fast-paced GMP-regulated environment in Montague Gardens.

This is a 3-month contract role and involves supervising production teams, ensuring output and quality targets are met, and maintaining disciplined, efficient, and safe production line operations.

POSITION INFO:

Location:

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 (minimum requirement)
• 3–5 years’ experience supervising a production line, shift, or manufacturing team
• Experience in a small to medium manufacturing environment
• Exposure to GMP, ISO, medical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, technical textile, packaging, or regulated manufacturing environments advantageous
• Strong understanding of production flow, line discipline, quality control, documentation, housekeeping, and safety standards
• Ability to manage operators, general workers, and contract staff effectively
• Strong communication skills with the ability to give clear, structured instructions
• High attention to detail with strong follow-through and escalation ability
• Computer literacy (Google Workspace advantageous)
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, operational production environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily production activities to ensure output targets, quality standards, and deadlines are met
• Translate production plans into clear daily tasks for the team
• Allocate work effectively and monitor performance throughout shifts
• Identify and escalate bottlenecks, downtime, material shortages, or quality issues early
• Ensure production starts on time and remains structured, productive, and efficient

• Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, and work ethic
• Maintain discipline, focus, and accountability on the production line
• Provide clear instructions and ensure team understanding
• Coach and support operators and junior staff
• Escalate performance or behavioural issues where required

• Ensure adherence to approved processes, work instructions, and GMP standards
• Maintain accurate and timely completion of batch records, cleaning logs, and production documentation
• Support right-first-time production and reduce rework, scrap, and non-conformance
• Work closely with QA/QC to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

• Ensure production areas are clean, safe, and fully prepared before production begins
• Confirm PPE, tools, materials, and documentation are in place
• Enforce housekeeping and line clearance standards throughout production
• Report and escalate safety, equipment, or process risks immediately

• Support problem-solving, root cause analysis, and process improvement initiatives
• Assist in cross-functional collaboration with Production, QC, Stores, Engineering, and R&D
• Contribute to building a structured, disciplined, and scalable manufacturing environment

How to Apply:

1. Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page - for the job title
2. Click apply and submit your CV