Production Manager

SHARON NUROCK RECRUITMENT CC; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Production Manager based in Durban. The role requires strong leadership and experience in production management within the manufacturing industry. Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, ensuring safety, and optimizing production processes. Applicants must have a relevant degree and proficiency in tools like SAP Business One. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to advance their careers in operations management.

Qualifications

• Matric (non-negotiable).
• Proven experience in a production and operations management role.
• Familiar with Kaizen and Lean Management.

Responsibilities

• Production planning and scheduling of customised jobs.
• Ensure safety protocols are enforced.
• Oversee production processes for efficiency and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Technical problem-solving

Computer literacy: SAP Business One, MS Office

Knowledge of production management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Business Management or Engineering

Honours and Masters Degree

Tools

SAP Business One

Mecad/SolidWorks

Job description

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Matric (non-negotiable).
• Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Business Management or Engineering.
• Honours and Masters Degree, a strong advantage.
• Proven experience in a production and operations management role, within the manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge and experience in the retail shopfitting environment will be an advantage.
• Familiar with Kaizen and Lean Management.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Highly computer literate: SAP Business One, MS Office, Mecad/SolidWorks or similar for engineering drawings.
• Must be able to read and interpret Engineering drawings.
• Strong on technical problem-solving.
• Understanding of sheet metal manufacturing (CNC cutting, bending, punching, rolling, special welding) and woodwork processes.

Responsibilities:

• Production planning and scheduling of customised jobs.
• Proficient in production management and software tools.
• Health and safety - prioritise and enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety training and address potential hazards.
• Set quality standards.
• Oversee and manage production processes to ensure they run efficiently, cost-effectively and safely.
• Organise equipment repair and routine maintenance.
• BOMs and inventory controls - understand complex BOMs and manage inventory to lower costs of production and improve efficiencies.
• Stay up to date with industry regulations and company regulations.
• Develop a monthly report on the production team's compliance.
• Define workflows, communicate processes and ensure practices are refined.
• Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to navigate challenges in production environments.
• Co-ordinate activities with Production and Operation teams.
• Inspect materials and equipment.
• Maintain production records.
• Attend meetings.
• Provide production performance reports.