Production Supervisor (Temporary Contract)

Automotive client urgently seeking an available immediately Production Supervisor on a temporary basis.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide effective line supervision in order to ensure that daily production targets are met
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and standards
• Ensure that quality standards are met
• Organise workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules
• Evaluate each production station to maintain optimum efficiency
• Identify inefficiencies on the production line and take responsive and corrective actions where necessary
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing processes, collecting data, etc. to process improvements
• Train new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow procedures
• Maintain communication between management and employees to ensure that necessary policies and procedures are understood and followed
• Maintain 5S standards in your area of direct responsibility
• Create a work environment conducive to employee morale and motivation to accomplish performance goals
• Prepare and supply daily production reports to management
• Establish and maintain workplace discipline on the production line

Qualification and Experience:
• A Matric Certificate
• A Diploma in Production Management or equivalent
• Minimum 3 - 5 years experience as a production supervisor in a manufacturing environment (experience in the automotive sector would be advantageous)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Understanding of production processes

• Planning and Organisational Skills

• Understanding of continuous improvement techniques

• Good communications skills

• Problem-solving and analytical Skills