Deputy Factory Manager

Jean Fowlds Consultancy; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Engineer to lead maintenance and production processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role requires a hands-on approach to ensure high-quality products are delivered safely and cost-effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, particularly in maintenance, and will be responsible for optimizing asset performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to operational excellence and innovation in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering or process experience in manufacturing.
• Extensive maintenance experience is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing asset preservation strategies and operational plans.
• Oversee preventive and reactive maintenance to optimize asset performance.
• Drive process improvements through KPI reviews and defect elimination.

Skills

Asset Management

Defect Elimination

Lifecycle Planning

Self-Motivated

Decision-Making Skills

Education

Degree (Hons) in Engineering

MEng in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Our esteemed client, a prominent leader in the manufacturing industry and part of a publicly listed group, is seeking a dynamic and resilient Engineer in the Manufacturing domain. This is a demanding role that requires an individual capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Degree (Hons) or (MEng) in one or more of the following Engineering disciplines:

• Chemical
• Mechanical
• Process
• Quality
• Electrical
• Mechatronics
• Maintenance

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Engineer is to ensure production processes deliver high-quality products in a cost-effective, safe, and reliable manner. The Engineer will also maintain factory assets to guarantee continuous and reliable production. The ideal candidate must have extensive maintenance experience and a hands-on approach, leading process and maintenance functions, including strategic direction, resource management, and process excellence.

Experience & Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification engineering or process experience in manufacturing
• Extensive maintenance experience is highly advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Factory Manager in developing and executing asset preservation strategies, management objectives, and operational plans.
• Review and recommend updates to the asset register based on asset condition.
• Formulate maintenance budgets and asset preservation strategies based on past performance and expenses.
• Review plant performance to identify issues and implement improvements.
• Define and enforce maintenance standards for safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Translate asset strategies into plans, budgets, and KPIs, ensuring the right skills are in place.

Management of Maintenance

• Oversee preventive and reactive maintenance to optimize asset performance.
• Evaluate work orders and address issues with relevant departments.
• Monitor maintenance costs and asset status using SAP and Excel.
• Implement scheduled maintenance for critical equipment.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

• Drive process and maintenance improvements through KPI reviews, defect elimination, and projects.
• Record and prioritize continuous improvement tasks.
• Ensure quality specifications are maintained and customer complaints are analyzed to prevent defects.

People Management

• Lead and manage the team, facilitate operational meetings, and coordinate with suppliers and OEMs.
• Develop personnel, ensure training, and create development plans for key roles.

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Ensure compliance with SHERQ regulations and conduct safety inspections and audits.
• Monitor and address SHEQR indicators and ensure safe equipment usage.

Process Management

• Set and communicate production objectives, review performance, and prepare reports.

Soft Skills

• Self-motivated, independent, ambitious, result-oriented, with sound judgment and decision-making skills.

Preferred Skills

• Asset management, contract evaluation, defect elimination, and lifecycle planning.

Package & Remuneration

Competitive market-related salary package.