Supervisor: Foreman- Nissan East Rand

About the Role
The Supervisor: Foreman position at Nissan East Rand is a leadership role primarily focused on overseeing production and team performance within a manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency and quality, while fostering a safe and productive workplace for your team.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of production staff, ensuring they meet daily performance and quality targets.
- Collaborate with other departments to facilitate production schedules and resolve any operational issues.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards throughout the production process.
- Conduct regular team meetings to provide updates, training, and reinforce company policies and procedures.
- Evaluate employee performance, providing feedback and implementing improvement plans where necessary.
- Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and minimize waste.
- Prepare and maintain accurate reports on production metrics, workforce performance, and safety incidents.
- Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and the work area to uphold health and safety standards.

Requirements
- Proven track record in a supervisory or foreman role within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong understanding of production processes and quality control methodologies.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with team members and management.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations in the manufacturing industry.
- Proficiency in using production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field.
- Previous experience in the automotive industry or with assembly line operations.
- Certification in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Experience with skills development and training programs for employees.

Nissan East Rand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all individuals, in line with the Employment Equity Act.