PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR IN EAST LONDON

Job Overview: Seeking an experienced Shift supervisor to manage and coordinate the efforts of hourly department employees to meet manufacturing and production schedules. To ensure that product specifications are met with a high standard of quality. To ensure compliance with all standards, policies, regulations, for the safe, environmentally sound production of a quality product. Minimum Requirements: Grade 12 National Diploma in Production Supervisor / Management Recognised Apprenticeship in Converting / Corrugator preferable 3+ Years of experience working in a manufacturing, production environment 2+ Years of experience supervising employees within a manufacturing, production environment Availability to work shift work and overtime when needed Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO22001 Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Responsibilities: Work closely with team members to provide a safe work environment Make recommendations to improve safety, environmental and health of the entire facility Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the shift with constant emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, and cost Plan, assign and direct work for all hourly production employees; appraise performance and provide feedback as needed Assist in resolving complaints; hold employees accountable as needed; communicate issues and results daily Responsible to maintain department visual controls, and continuous improvement methods to the manufacturing floor Direct and execute daily production requirements Meet or exceed productivity goals Maintain waste generation at or below budgeted standard Inspect the finished product to ensure quality specifications are met Maintain full compliance with all policies; safety rules; housekeeping excellence Ensure all production reporting is completed timely and accurately for each shift Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, utilise appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator Building effective teams to support continuous improvement Conduct constructive production and safety meetings Competencies/Skills: Problem solving/root cause analysis skills Leadership and interpersonal skills Ability to motivate teams to exceed expectations Communication Planning and organizations skills Sense of urgency and accountability Customer focus Ability to work effectively in cross functional team environment