A Cape Town-based advanced materials manufacturer is seeking an experienced Production Line Supervisor to oversee daily production operations in a fast-paced GMP-regulated environment in Montague Gardens.

This permanent role involves supervising production teams, ensuring output and quality targets are met, and maintaining disciplined, efficient, and safe production line operations.

Location:

Montague Gardens, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Requirements:

Matric / Grade 12 (minimum requirement)
3–5 years’ experience supervising a production line, shift, or manufacturing team
Experience in a small to medium manufacturing environment
Exposure to GMP, ISO, medical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, technical textile, packaging, or regulated manufacturing environments advantageous
Strong understanding of production flow, line discipline, quality control, documentation, housekeeping, and safety standards
Ability to manage operators, general workers, and contract staff effectively
Strong communication skills with the ability to give clear, structured instructions
High attention to detail with strong follow-through and escalation ability
Computer literacy (Google Workspace advantageous)
Comfortable working in a hands-on, operational production environment

Key Responsibilities:

Production Line Supervision

Supervise daily production activities to ensure output targets, quality standards, and deadlines are met
Translate production plans into clear daily tasks for the team
Allocate work effectively and monitor performance throughout shifts
Identify and escalate bottlenecks, downtime, material shortages, or quality issues early
Ensure production starts on time and remains structured, productive, and efficient

People Leadership & Discipline

Lead by example in professionalism, punctuality, and work ethic
Maintain discipline, focus, and accountability on the production line
Provide clear instructions and ensure team understanding
Coach and support operators and junior staff
Escalate performance or behavioural issues where required

Quality, GMP & Documentation

Ensure adherence to approved processes, work instructions, and GMP standards
Maintain accurate and timely completion of batch records, cleaning logs, and production documentation
Support right-first-time production and reduce rework, scrap, and non-conformance
Work closely with QA/QC to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Safety, Housekeeping & Line Readiness

Ensure production areas are clean, safe, and fully prepared before production begins
Confirm PPE, tools, materials, and documentation are in place
Enforce housekeeping and line clearance standards throughout production
Report and escalate safety, equipment, or process risks immediately

Continuous Improvement

Support problem-solving, root cause analysis, and process improvement initiatives
Assist in cross-functional collaboration with Production, QC, Stores, Engineering, and R&D
Contribute to building a structured, disciplined, and scalable manufacturing environment