Production Supervisor

Job Description:

Monitor and ensure daily production operations are carried out according to the planned schedule and target output.

Plan and coordinate daily as well as weekly tasks by allocating responsibilities to team members to maintain efficient workflow.

Lead, support, and develop production staff through guidance, on-the-job training, and regular performance evaluation.

Ensure all equipment and machinery are operated in a safe manner and collaborate with the maintenance team for scheduled servicing and upkeep.

Monitor production progress to meet delivery timelines and customer requirements.

Oversee order processing to ensure products are completed and dispatched according to the committed schedule while reducing delays.

Analyse operational shortcomings and propose improvements to increase productivity and operational efficiency.

Ensure strict adherence to safety policies, company procedures, and quality standards within the production department.

Maintain cleanliness, safety, and proper organisation of the production floor in line with SOP requirements.

Examine quality issues by reviewing data, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.

Improve operational performance by reducing equipment downtime, minimising material and product rejection, and preventing excess work-in-progress (WIP).

Collaborate with the planning department to revise production schedules based on demand changes and operational capacity.

Optimise the use of manpower and materials to achieve production targets efficiently.

Compile and present production reports and performance updates to management.

Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management when required.

Requirements:

Minimum SPM, Diploma, or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Administration, Management, or a related field.

Prior experience as a Production Supervisor or in a comparable position within the food manufacturing industry is preferred.

Hands-on experience operating and managing food processing equipment and machinery.

Highly motivated, performance-oriented, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to interact with employees at all levels.

Demonstrated leadership, supervisory capability, and strong organisational skills.