Production Supervisor – Bakery Manufacturing

About the role

Premier FMCG is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a bakery production line. The role is responsible for meeting volume targets while ensuring quality, safety, cost efficiency and team morale in a fast‑paced, six‑day work environment.

Key responsibilities

• Operate the assigned production line according to approved work instructions, recipes and packaging requirements.
• Achieve planned production volumes and key performance indicators for quality, delivery, cost and safety.
• Allocate and manage labour resources, schedule shifts and oversee first‑line maintenance following machine specifications and SOPs.
• Generate job cards, minimise downtime and conduct weekly/monthly stock takes and cycle counts.
• Identify process gaps, drive continuous‑improvement initiatives and ensure cleaning and measurement standards are met.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12) qualification.
• Relevant experience in the bakery or FMCG manufacturing sector.
• Ability to work rotating 12‑hour shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Strong sense of urgency, results orientation and teamwork.

Required skills

• Basic machine operation and first‑line maintenance.
• Understanding of standard operating procedures and production documentation.
• Stock‑taking and inventory control.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for a leading South African FMCG company.
• Inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity.
• Career development within a high‑performance growth culture.