*** ROLE IS CLOSED ***
We are looking for an experienced Engineering General Manager to join the team of a specialised engineering design and manufacturing business in the East Rand, Gauteng.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, with professional engineering council registration number (to review and approve mechanical engineering designs)
- Preferably Post graduate qualification in Commerce or business management or related field
- PR Eng Certification/Registration (please provide with application)
Required Experience
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the manufacturing industry, with at least 10 years of experience.
- Review and input into design of materials handling solutions, with a view to optimising existing designs, and managing our design office
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including lean manufacturing principles and quality control processes, preferably in the Steel Industry
- Knowledge of the Industrial Warehousing, Cold Storage, and Distribution industries.
- Strong on identifying quality control issues and processes to check production outputs in line with OEM standards.
- Hydraulic and electrical experience and fundamentals, if possible , specifically with power packs and cylinders.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
- Demonstrated track record of driving operational excellence and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in budgeting, cost control, and financial management
Key Skills
- Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute long-term plans, and a view to optimizing operational and production planning, meeting manufacturing production dates
- Ability to drive business growth and ensure regulatory compliance
- Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving. Advanced Excel competency
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in manufacturing
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in material handling equipment industry is a plus but not limiting
- Knowledge of supply chain and JIT production process and planning for this including the development of the processes to support this for our projects
- A go getter attitude willing to grow the business and optimise processes
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee manufacturing operations in the materials handling sector
- Oversee daily operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness
- Drive mechanical design, manufacturing process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Play a key role in shaping the company’s operational strategy and ensuring the achievement of production targets while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety
- Strategic planning, managing budgets, leading a diverse team, setting performance goals, and liaising with clients and stakeholders
- Responsible for driving business growth and ensuring compliance with industry regulations