Are you ready to lead a dynamic upholstery production team and make an impact on quality and efficiency?
Manufacturing and textile company is seeking a dedicated Upholstery Line Manager to oversee operations at their Pinetown facility.
Where You’ll Make an Impact
Take charge of managing all staff within the department, including production personnel, supervisors and service hands. Your leadership will ensure production plans are executed flawlessly, fostering a culture of discipline, accountability and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Excellent data management and reporting skills
- Proficiency in production planning and quality control
- Experience with manufacturing or textile production environments
- Valid knowledge of safety standards and OHS regulations
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
Familiarity with the following:
- Production management tools and dashboards
- Quality assurance processes
Duties:
- Manage and motivate staff, assigning tasks based on production schedules
- Monitor performance, provide constructive feedback, and encourage growth
- Ensure lines are properly staffed and balanced according to time studies
- Uphold adherence to technical drawings and specifications
- Prepping raw materials for upcoming production runs
- Execute daily and weekly production plans to meet quality, quantity, and delivery targets
- Maximize throughput while minimizing downtime through efficient resource use
- Address and resolve production variances or disruptions within 24 hours
- Ensure repairs and replacements are completed within 48 hours
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in line with OHS standards
- Oversee waste management and recycling initiatives
- Monitor quality control during in-process and final inspections, working closely with QA
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of jigs and adherence to quality standards
- Label products accurately with customer-specific tags and batch information
- Control foam cutting and leather touch-up processes
- Provide hourly production feedback to the Planning Department
- Capture and report daily production metrics, including output, efficiency, and absenteeism
- Maintain operational dashboards to monitor department performance
What We’ll Give You:
- Salary: R20,000 – R25,000 per month (Cost to Company)
- Opportunities for professional growth within a reputable organization
- A collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence
- The chance to lead a vital part of the manufacturing process and influence company success
Kindly note that you will be redirected to the Ditto website in order to submit your application for this position.