Packaging Supervisor
Company: O’Brien Recruitment (Pty) Ltd
Location: Parow, Western Cape
Employment Type: Permanent
Posted: 25 October 2024
Job Opportunity: Packaging Supervisor
Join our team as a Packaging Supervisor in our Packing and Filling Department, where you will lead staff and oversee daily operations to ensure product quality and efficiency. We’re seeking a motivated individual with a strong commitment to quality and the ability to adapt to production demands.
Key Responsibilities
- Production Oversight: Manage production line schedules based on available resources and weekly plans.
- Daily Operations: Execute daily production plans, allocate resources, and adjust plans as needed.
- Quality Control: Track performance, monitor quality standards, and ensure compliance with yields and specifications.
- Stock & Inventory: Control filled products, reconcile batch stocks, and handle any packaging issues.
- Waste Management: Manage waste segregation, record-keeping, and maintain FIFO and FEFO stock rotations.
- Record Maintenance: Check, sign off on records, and investigate any discrepancies.
- Equipment Management: Log equipment issues, assess breakdowns, and coordinate corrective actions.
- Team Management: Plan and schedule labor, oversee time and attendance, and conduct staff evaluations.
- Training & Development: Identify training needs and support recruitment efforts as necessary.
Competencies
- Supervision Skills: Strong leadership to supervise staff assertively.
- Organizational Skills: Prioritize and manage daily operations under pressure.
- Problem-Solving: Display initiative and handle issues proactively.
- Communication: Proficient in English and Afrikaans; good numeracy and literacy.
- Technical Proficiency: Competent in MS Office and record management.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Grade 12 or equivalent, with a focus on maths and science.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years in production, ideally in a manufacturing setting.
Why Join Us?
O’Brien Recruitment values Employment Equity and promotes internal advancement. However, we are dedicated to selecting candidates who best meet the role requirements.
Apply today to lead a team committed to quality and excellence in production.
