Production Manager

Dixie Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment agency seeks a candidate for a production and operations management role in Durban. The ideal applicant will have an engineering qualification and experience in production management, alongside leadership and team management skills. Responsibilities include production planning, enforcing safety protocols, and managing workflows. Qualifications include a BSC Engineering degree and proficiency in SAP Business One and production management tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production and operations management within manufacturing.
• Excellence in leadership and team management skills.
• High competence in production management software tools.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize job runs to meet customer due dates.
• Conduct safety training and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Oversee production processes for efficiency and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Collaboration

Production management

Education

BSC Engineering degree

Bachelor's degree in business management

Tools

SAP Business One

Office 365

Mecad/Solidworks

Job description

We are looking for a strong candidate with an engineering qualification and proven experience in a production and operations management role within the manufacturing industry. Excellence in leadership and team management skills is important.

Key Functions

• Production planning and job scheduling: Prioritize job runs to meet customer due dates.
• Proficiency in production management and software tools.
• Health and safety: Prioritize and enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety training, and address potential hazards
• Setting Quality standards: Ensure that quality standards are maintained and deadlines are met
• Production processes: Oversee and manage production processes to ensure they run efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely
• Equipment maintenance: Organize equipment repair and routine maintenance
• BOMs and Inventory controls: Required to understand complex BOMs and manage inventory to lower costs of production and improve efficiencies
• Compliance: Stay up to date with industry regulations and company regulations, and develop a monthly report on the production team’s compliance
• Workflow: Define workflows, communicate processes, and ensure practices are refined
• Problem-solving: Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to navigate challenges in production environments
• Other responsibilities include: Coordinating activities with production and operation teams, inspecting materials and equipment, maintaining production records, and attending meetings. Familiar with Kaizen and lean management.

Key Qualifications and Requirements

• BSC Engineering degree (Honours and Master’s will be advantageous) - Mechanical Engineering is preferable
• Bachelor's degree in business management
• SAP Business One
• Office 365
• Mecad/Solidworks
• Highly computer-literate, provide production performance report
• Strong reporting and communication skills
• Drives performance and takes initiative
• Collaborative