Production Supervisor – Manufacturing Operations

About the role

The Production Supervisor will lead a team of operators in a fast‑paced distribution centre, ensuring daily work plans are executed safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for meeting production targets, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across the manufacturing floor.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, monitor and adjust daily production operations to meet departmental goals.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) procedures and company standards.
• Maintain quality standards and oversee ISO‑related documentation and audits.
• Coordinate material flow with the Inventory Controller and manage attendance systems.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing (5S), Six Sigma and SPC initiatives to improve productivity and product quality.
• Facilitate cross‑functional process‑improvement projects and troubleshoot production issues.
• Communicate updates, discipline actions and performance reviews to the team.
• Support equipment maintenance coordination to minimise downtime.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management or Logistics (preferred).
• 2–3 years of supervisory or people‑management experience in a production environment.
• Production planning experience and strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of MRP systems and SAP.

Required skills

• Proficiency with SAP and MRP software.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (5S) and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and ISO‑9001 documentation.
• Familiarity with core time‑and‑attendance systems.