Production Supervisor
Job Overview
ABOUT US
At TOPPAN Security, our mission is to shape a meaningful, technology-driven future by being a global leader in mission-critical identity and payment technologies.
We serve as the international development arm of the TOPPAN Group in the security domain founded in 1900. TOPPAN is a trusted Japanese brand renowned for its commitment to exceptional quality. Building on this legacy, we combine bold ideas, deep sector expertise, and collaborative intelligence to deliver secure, future-ready solutions.
Our culture is grounded in four core values: Agility, Ownership, Resilience, and a Sense of Fun. We move fast, lead with accountability, grow through challenges, and bring positive energy into everything we do.
Join us and be part of a global, collaborative team where trust and innovation drive everything we do.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the production process and ensuring that it runs smoothly and efficiently. He or She also supervises staff to produce manufactured products, organizes and monitors workflow.
Responsibilities:
Supervise daily/shift production operations to ensure efficient and timely production of goods.
Monitor production schedules and adjust them as needed to meet planning demands.
Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, determining priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, and reports to production management in timely manner.
Communicate with other departments and teams to coordinate production activities and resolve any issues that may arise.
Participate recruits of production operators, trains, and guides employees for efficiency in the production floor.
Evaluate employee performance, provide feedback, and implement necessary corrective actions.
Ensure that equipment and machinery are well maintained and properly functioning to prevent downtime and delays in production. Ensures operation of equipment by calling for repairs on time in case of breakdown and make sure preventive maintenance of the machine is on time by respecting production schedules and targets.
Monitor inventory levels and initiate purchase orders for supplies and materials needed for production.
Implement and enforce safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
Analyze production data and reports to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to increase efficiency and productivity. Support team to entry/upload daily data in the system.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes
About You
Qualifications & Experience:
A Diploma or an Equivalent training in a related field from a recognized institution.
A minimum of 4+ years position related experience in a manufacturing environment.
Direct Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
A “COC” completion certification is a plus.
Job Competencies
Critical thinking
Analyzing, problem solving skills
Decision-making
Communication skills
Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines.
Leadership Competencies
Manpower management.
Production floor people relationship management
Core Competencies
Flexibility
Accountability
Integrity
Teamwork
Language requirements:
Fluent in Amharic (Write and Verbal is mandatory)
English knowledge is a plus
NOTES
The Position is open to Ethiopian Nationals only.
The placement date for the position shall be effective March 2026GC.
Location – TSE Factory, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Salary – Attractive
Application Period – 07 days from the date of post.
All the applicants must be based locally and have the rights to work in Ethiopia.
All applicants must attach relevant educational, experience testimonials, project and Training Certifications in a PDF format to the specified email.
TOPPAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability.