Production Manager

Think Career Rpo; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions firm in South Africa is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee the manufacturing processes and lead a competent team. The ideal candidate will have a background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with at least 5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing and 4 years in people management. Responsibilities include achieving production targets, ensuring safety, and maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience as a Production Manager in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• 4 years' People Management experience.
• Experience in the implementation of safety standards and systems.
• Experience in handling of hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and give input to operating plans.
• Manage, lead and supervise production staff.
• Ensure production targets are met through effective planning.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Deviations

Chemical Engineering

Performance Metrics

Legislation

Regulatory Requirements

People Management

Chemistry

Accountability

Analytical Skills

Metrics

Quality Control

Manufacturing

Specifications

Regulations

Records

Pressure

Scheduling

Documentation

Planning

Engineering

Communication

Training

Management

Education

Bachelors / Diploma in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Our client, in FMCG chemical manufacturing is looking for an experienced and skilled Production Manager to join their dynamic team in Benoni to manage and lead a competent team, oversee the manufacturing processes, ensure efficiencies, safety, and quality standards throughout its operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and give input to operating plans.
• Manage, lead and supervise production staff, including assigning tasks, providing training, and monitoring performance to ensure productivity and quality goals are met.
• municate production goals, priorities, and performance metrics effectively to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Ensure production targets are met through effective planning and scheduling and allocation of resources.
• Maintain accurate production records, including production logs, inventory records, and quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
• Adhere to quality and safety standards through implementation of quality control procedures, adherence to product specifications, etc.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and address concerns.
• Monitor and proactively manage operational efficiencies by streamlining processes, integrate workflow.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, process deviations, and other production problems to minimize downtime and maintain efficient operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors / Diploma in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, relevant qualifications.
• 5 years' experience as a Production Manager in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• 4 years' People Management experience.
• Experience in the implementation of safety standards and systems.
• Experience in handling of hazardous chemicals.
• puter skills (Technology systems and processes).
• Compliance (legislation / regulations).

Behavioural Competencies

• Results driven.
• Leading and managing.
• Planning & organizing.
• Analytical Skills.
• Able to deal with complexity.
• Sound Interpersonal relationship skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Able to adapt and respond to change.
• Able to cope with pressure and setbacks.
• Lean Manufacturing.

Required Skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Deviations
• Chemical Engineering
• Performance Metrics
• Legislation
• Regulatory Requirements
• People Management
• Chemistry
• Accountability
• Analytical Skills
• Metrics
• Quality Control
• Manufacturing
• Specifications
• Regulations
• Records
• Pressure
• Scheduling
• Documentation
• Planning
• Engineering
• Communication
• Training
• Management

To apply

To apply, click here : Production Manager - Think Career RPOThink-Career RPO isa leading firm that provides tailored workforce solutions for employers across industries, proudly affiliated with APSO.