Production Manager

AJ Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Johannesburg is looking for a Production Manager to direct and coordinate production activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Lean Manufacturing principles and at least 5 years of middle management experience. Responsibilities include organizing production operations and managing compliance with internal policies. Applicants must have Grade 12 and a relevant post-matric qualification in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant working experience on middle management level.
• In-depth knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Organise, resource, and manage the production operation.
• Execute production plan to meet manufacturing deliverables.
• Lead, manage, and motivate staff in the Manufacturing Business Unit.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing principles

MS Outlook

MS Word

Advanced Excel

Education

Grade 12

Post Matric Qualification in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Our Client who is in the manufacturing sector is looking for a Production Manager to direct and coordinate production activities

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 essential
• Post Matric Qualification in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (e.g. NQF level 6 / Diploma or higher)
• Min of 5 years' relevant working experience on middle management level
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Proficient on MS Outlook, Word and Advanced Excel

Responsibilities:

• Organise, resource and manage the production operation
• Execute production plan to meet manufacturing deliverables as well as customer requirements
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Ensure that all compliance requirements are met
• Lead, manage, and motivate staff in the Manufacturing Business Unit
• Performance management in accordance with capacity and capability plan
• Identify training needs and initiate, mentor, monitor and manage relevant programs
• Manage employee relationships to match company ethos
• Understand BCEA, LRA, Bargaining Council Main Agreement, as well as legal compliance requirements, policies, and procedures
• Understand and manage all IR related interventions within operations
• T&A system management and approvals
• Ensure the preventative maintenance and repairs scheduled of assets in Production Departments are adhered to in line with maintenance department objectives
• Work with Maintenance Manager to do major planned maintenance schedules
• Assist and provide input into the preparation of the manufacturing business unit expense budget
• Plan, formulate, organize, control, and direct personnel and production activities, by removing process waste, to maximize outputs and improve efficiencies
• Follow up, escalate, and take necessary action if production outputs are not meeting expectations
• Propose any amendments to improve processes
• Ensure that production information and data is recorded timeously, efficiently, and accurately
• Champion all Lean improvement projects
• Ensure delivery of quality products within standard requirements
• Conversant with OHSA, Company emergency plan, environment, safety, drug and alcohol policies, as well as all other related policies
• Ensure that the manufacturing personnel work safely in accordance with safe work procedures
• Oversee and ensure that high safety standards are always maintained
• Involved in H&S site governance

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