We are looking for a strong candidate with an engineering qualification and proven experience in a production and operations management role within the manufacturing industry. Excellence in leadership and team management skills is important. Based in Durban.
Key Qualifications and Requirements:
- BSC Engineering degree(Honours and Master’s will be advantageous) – Mechanical Engineering is preferable
- Bachelor’s degree in business management
- SAP Business One
- Office 365
- Mecad/Solidworks
- Highly computer-literate, provide production performance report
- Strong reporting and communication skills
Key Functions:
- Production planning and job scheduling: Prioritize job runs to meet customer due dates.
- Proficiency in production management and software tools.
- Health and safety: Prioritize and enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety training, and address potential hazards
- Setting Quality standards: Ensure that quality standards are maintained and deadlines are met
- Production processes: Oversee and manage production processes to ensure they run efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely
- Equipment maintenance: Organize equipment repair and routine maintenance
- BOMs and Inventory controls: Required to understand complex BOMs and manage inventory to lower costs of production and improve efficiencies
- Compliance: Stay up to date with industry regulations and company regulations, and develop a monthly report on the production team’s compliance
- Workflow: Define workflows, communicate processes, and ensure practices are refined
- Problem-solving: Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to navigate challenges in production environments
- Other responsibilities include: Coordinating activities with production and operation teams, inspecting materials and equipment, maintaining production records, and attending meetings. Familiar with Kaizen and lean management.