Job Description

• Our client, market leader in the automotive manufacturing sector is looking to hire a Production Supervisor for their Press Department,based close to La Mercy.
• The purpose of the Production Supervisor is to oversee production activities, ensuring adherence to safety, quality and standard operating processes/standards whilst effectively coordinating resources and supervising the production team to achieve operational goals on time.

Educational Requirement & Experience:

• Matric
• Production or Operations Degree/Diploma or Relevant Engineering Qualification
• At least 5 years relevant experience at a Production Supervisory role in Automotive or Manufacturing
• Basic business and financial acumen
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications, with intermediate Excel
• Woking knowledge of ISO 9001 and 14001, ITAF 16949
• Understands manufacturing processes, including equipment operation, material handling, and production scheduling.
• Familiar with safety protocols and regulatory requirements in a manufacturing environment, including knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and equipment operation licenses.
• Proficient in generating and interpreting production reports, including tracking attendance, output, downtime, and other key performance metrics.
• Good understanding in operating relevant machinery and equipment used in the Press production process.
• Basic understanding of equipment maintenance requirements and the ability to identify and report maintenance issues to the appropriate teams

Job Description:

• Plan, coordinate and supervise all daily production operations.
• Ensures all customer requirements are achieved within the specified times, quality and quantity requirements.
• Report on Production key performance metrics
• Monitor and control the efficiency and output of all stamping parts.
• Ensures that all machinery is used optimally and in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Minimise wastage and ensure efficient loss control (part defects, loss time, material loss, manpower loss)
• Communicates/Reports any equipment /system issues and malfunctions and equipment breakdowns and ensures downtime is minimised.
• Develops, maintains and ensures adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, customer service and cost savings.
• Ensures on the job and machine training to enhance skills and competencies.
• Implementation of Health and Safety Standards
• Supervise employees, coordinate the scheduling of work tasks and ensures adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Set daily / weekly / monthly objectives and communicate them to employees