Production Supervisor - Isithebe at Freedom Stationery (Pty) LTD

Key Responsibilities

Production & Daily Control

• Run daily production according to the production plan
• Make sure the right people, machines, and materials are available
• Ensure products are made according to job cards and specifications
• Monitor production targets hourly
• Reduce downtime, wastage, and rework
• Report production problems and delays immediately

Machines, Safety & Quality

• Ensure machines are safe and working properly
• Check that all safety guards are fitted and used
• Ensure equipment and hygiene checklists are completed
• Open maintenance job cards when machines break down
• Ensure products meet quality and FMCG standards

Staff Supervision

• Supervise and guide production staff
• Allocate trained operators to machines
• Ensure good shift handovers and update the handover book
• Enforce discipline fairly
• Monitor attendance, timekeeping, and gate passes
• Train and coach staff on correct work methods

Housekeeping & Improvement

• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S standards
• Update visual boards daily
• Attend daily production meetings
• Support continuous improvement (Kaizen)
• Help reduce defects and waste

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Experience as a Supervisor in an FMCG / factory environment
• Good leadership and communication skills
• Willing to work shifts