East London, South Africa

Trainee Supervisor

 Job Description:

An established commercial and industrial property company is seeking a motivated Trainee Supervisor to join its operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop supervisory skills within a manufacturing environment while gaining hands-on experience in production, stock control, and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

  • Follow all health and safety procedures and wear the required PPE.
  • Supply materials and tools to the production team.
  • Assist with daily housekeeping by ensuring the factory and work areas remain clean and organised.
  • Assist the Glass Cutter during production.
  • Pack cut glass safely and neatly into storage racks.
  • Assist with loading trucks when required.
  • Assist with the manufacturing of glass sets.
  • Learn to safely operate the overhead gantry crane.
  • Process glass off-cuts and minimise waste.
  • Ensure machinery is kept clean and in good working order.
  • Monitor glass stock usage and oversee production inventory.
  • Participate in regular stock takes.
  • Carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role.

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and willingness to learn.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks.
  • Previous manufacturing, warehouse, construction, glass, or production experience will be advantageous.
  Required Skills:

Environment Inventory Stock Control BASIC Management Skills Housekeeping Waste Machinery Operations Supply Storage Attention To Detail Manufacturing Interpersonal Skills Construction Materials Time Management Leadership Communication Management