Lean Production Leader: Drive Efficiency, Safety & Team

Boardroom Appointments; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a candidate to lead their manufacturing function. You will be responsible for meeting budget and output targets, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, and developing a motivated team. The ideal candidate should have a relevant manufacturing or engineering degree and significant supervisory experience within a plant environment. Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and procurement/supply chain management is essential, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Extensive plant level supervisory experience is required.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and procurement/supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead the manufacturing function to meet budget and output targets.
• Ensure safety, production quality, and cost requirements are met.
• Develop a motivated team and build working relationships.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Understanding Kaizen

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a candidate to lead their manufacturing function. You will be responsible for meeting budget and output targets, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, and developing a motivated team. The ideal candidate should have a relevant manufacturing or engineering degree and significant supervisory experience within a plant environment. Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and procurement/supply chain management is essential, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office.