National Production Systems Controller

JustTheJob.co.za; Brits; On-site; ZAR 240 000 - 276 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector seeks a qualified National Production Systems Controller in Brits. The role focuses on optimizing production systems and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards across multiple factories. Candidates should have a relevant degree, extensive experience in health and safety, and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Retirement annuity

13th Cheque

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in Health and Safety.
• 5+ years in Factory Systems Control.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and improve systems to monitor, control, and optimize production and quality.
• Maintain a compliant OHS system nationwide.
• Manage the national production system and address production issues.

Skills

Deadline-driven

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Relevant Degree or Diploma

Registered Health and Safety Officer/Representative

Valid health and safety certification

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

National Production Systems Controller - Brits, Hartebeespoort

Position: Permanent – Full time

Salary Package:

• 240k excluding taxes and statutory contributions
• Retirement annuity
• 13th Cheque

Job Summary: We seek a qualified and competent Factory Systems Controller with an OHS background/experience. This role involves two main functions:

1. Factory Systems Control: Implement, monitor, and control factory systems to optimize production and ensure ISO/minimum standards compliance.
2. OHS Control: Implement and maintain a compliant OHS system, ensuring safety regulations and housekeeping standards across our three national factories.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and improve systems to monitor, control, and optimize production and quality.
• Ensure products meet or exceed quality standards, minimizing waste and maximizing profitability.
• Maintain a compliant OHS system nationwide.
• Manage the national production system and address production issues.
• Conduct staff meetings to share best practices, production statistics, KPIs, and related functions.
• Maintain compliance registers and conduct equipment inspections for safety and maintenance standards.
• Monitor staff adherence to health and safety protocols and production procedures.
• Handle health and safety inspections from the Department of Labour.
• Manage injury reports and Workers’ Compensation communications.
• Investigate workplace accidents to improve safety measures.
• Analyze systems for trends and issues to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Evaluate factory performance to ensure goal achievement.
• Collaborate with the Factory Manager to resolve issues efficiently.
• Identify and review KPIs for factory management, ensuring proper implementation.

Educational Requirements:

• Relevant Degree or Diploma
• Registered Health and Safety Officer/Representative
• Valid health and safety certification

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years in Health and Safety
• 5+ years in Factory Systems Control
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and advanced Excel skills

Skills and Attributes:

• Deadline-driven, high-energy, autonomous worker, capable of leading teams
• Willingness to travel nationwide
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Valid driver’s license
• South African citizen
• Adaptable, flexible, and able to work under pressure
• Clean criminal record