Production Manager

Boardroom Appointments; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Manager to lead their manufacturing operations. This role involves coordinating production staff, ensuring quality standards, and driving continuous improvement in processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in injection moulding and supervisory roles, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to excellence. Join a dynamic team where your leadership will contribute to the success and profitability of the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in injection moulding machine setting and optimization.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all production staff and ensure targets are achieved.
• Promote quality achievement and continuous performance improvement.
• Conduct periodic reviews to verify production activities align with procedures.

Skills

Problem-solving techniques

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Data compilation and reporting

Job description

Production Manager

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• Strong problem-solving techniques

• Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (database experience preferred)

• High-level organizational skills, including filing and indexing

• Experience in compiling management data and reports

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years experience in injection moulding machine setting and optimization

• At least 3 years of supervisory experience

• Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

• Coordinate and manage all production staff

• Hold weekly meetings with injection moulding machine setters for problem-solving and information sharing

• Promote quality achievement and continuous performance improvement throughout the organization

• Set production objectives and ensure targets are achieved (e.g. scrap %, absenteeism %, cycle time standards)

• Maintain awareness of business context and company profitability, including budgetary control

• Ensure timely manufacturing of products that meet customer quality and delivery requirements

• Manage the setting of all injection moulding machines and any ancillary equipment

• Schedule production across the plant for optimal equipment use

• Ensure all raw materials are ordered in a timely manner

Documentation and Compliance

• Ensure adequacy and compliance with production work instructions, including:

  • Production Process Flow Charts

  • Setting Sheets

  • Inspection Instructions

  • Job Cards

  • Packaging and Transport details

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the facility

• Conduct periodic formal reviews to verify production activities align with procedures and work instructions

• Review customer releases and formulate production plans accordingly

• Assist in cross-functional audits per ISO 9001:2015 and the internal audit plan

• Ensure departmental compliance with the Management Policy Document and procedures

Process Improvement and Quality Assurance

• Identify and implement process, tooling, and equipment improvements

• Review non-conforming products with the quality department and implement corrective actions

• Drive staff collaboration to develop and implement comprehensive quality procedures

• Persuade staff to adopt quality-driven work methods

• Ensure testing and procedures are correctly understood, performed, and evaluated

• Support value-added functions and process improvements across The Company

Staff Development and Supervision

• Identify training needs of personnel under supervision

• Conduct and implement training as needed

• Provide assistance to the Stores Controller as necessary (e.g. material staging, stocktaking)

• Assume full control in the absence of the General Manager

• Ensure achievement of agreed KPIs for self and subordinates

• Monitor performance through data collection and produce statistical reports as required