Our client in Ottery, Cape Town is looking to appoint a Shift Supervisor in Production. The Shift Supervisor oversees Shift's operations to ensure a competent team delivers Quality Products On Time In Full.

Ideal Candidate:

Qualifications

• Matric Qualification with 5+ years’ experience in a similar role in a factory environment.
• 5+ years of practical experience at a supervisory level.

Strong Leadership & Ownership

• Demonstrates the ability to lead by example and motivate team members.
• Takes ownership of tasks and responsibilities, showing accountability for outcomes.

Confident Decision Making

• Makes informed decisions promptly, even in high-pressure situations.
• Considers available information and potential consequences before making decisions.

Effective Communication

• Clearly conveys instructions, expectations, and goals to team members.
• Listens actively to team members' concerns and addresses them appropriately.
• Communicates effectively with both superiors and subordinates.

Teamwork (Team and other Supervisors)

• Collaborates seamlessly with team members to achieve common objectives.
• Works constructively with other shift supervisors to ensure smooth transitions.

Assertiveness

• Expresses opinions and ideas confidently while respecting others' viewpoints.
• Takes charge when necessary to ensure tasks are completed on time and according to standards.

Problem-Solving

• Analyses complex situations identifies issues, and develops effective solutions.
• Encourages a proactive problem-solving attitude within the team.

Reporting and Analysis

• Proficiently gathers and compiles relevant data for reporting purposes.
• Analyses data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Presents findings and recommendations clearly in reports.

Document Writing

• Creates accurate and concise written documentation, such as reports, procedures, and incident reports.
• Pays attention to detail and maintains organised records.

Excel Skills

• Proficiently uses Microsoft Excel for data management, analysis, and reporting.
• Utilises advanced functions and features to enhance productivity.

Delegation

• Assigns tasks effectively and provides clear instructions and follow-up to ensure tasks are completed as required.

Responsibilities:

LABOUR

Labour Allocation

• Allocate tasks and responsibilities to team members based on skills and workload.

• Ensure efficient use of manpower to meet production goals.

Headcount vs Output, meet Budget.

• Monitor workforce productivity and adjust staffing as needed to meet production targets and manage labour costs within budget constraints.

Skills Matrix, Training & Assessment Plans

• Maintain a skills matrix to identify training needs and gaps.
• Develop and implement training plans to enhance team members' skills.
• Assess team members' performance and provide feedback for improvement.

Certify Timesheets

• Review and certify timesheets to ensure accurate recordkeeping of working hours.

Conduct Performance Reviews of Line Leaders

• Evaluate the performance of line leaders under your supervision.
• Provide constructive feedback and support their professional development.

• Handling of Disciplinary following company policy:

• Address disciplinary issues promptly and in line with company policies.
• Implement corrective actions as necessary while ensuring fairness.

MATERIAL

Translution Competent

• Oversee material handling and inventory management using the Translution system.
• Ensure accurate tracking of materials throughout the production process.

Job Management (Lead Investigation):

• Investigate and address any issues related to production jobs.
• Take the lead in resolving problems to maintain efficient operations.

Variance Report

• Analyze production variances from set targets and take corrective actions.

OUTPUT OTIF (On Time In Full)

• Monitor production output to ensure it meets quality standards and delivery schedules.

Shift Target Setting

• Set clear production targets for the shift based on overall goals and available resources.

Dashboard Capturing/Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date shift-related data for reporting purposes.
• Generate and share shift performance dashboards with relevant stakeholders.

Planning to address/mitigate risks & problems

• Identify potential risks and issues and develop proactive plans to address them.

Lead Debrief Meeting

• Conduct debrief meetings with the shift team to discuss performance, challenges, and improvements.

SYSTEMS

Translution

• Ensure proper utilisation of the Translution system for accurate material tracking.

Mango:

• Manage data and processes within the Mango system to ensure compliance and efficiency.

COMPLIANCE

Safety Procedures

• Enforce safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.

Production Process

• Ensure adherence to established production processes and workflows.

Documentations (SOPs, Specs)

• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and specifications as needed.

Quality Standards

• Ensure that production meets quality standards and take corrective actions if deviations occur.