Production Manager

KORAKHOA SOLUTIONS; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solutions firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Production Manager to optimize operations and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of manufacturing experience, including 3 years in a managerial role. Responsibilities include managing production plans, ensuring product quality, and promoting Lean manufacturing principles. This role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity for significant impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in a Manufacturing or Production environment with at least 3 years in a Managerial Role.
• Lean Manufacturing training is essential.
• Strong communication skills in English both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Optimize Production operations to meet customer demands and maximize profitability.
• Provide effective leadership and mentorship to shop floor employees.
• Continuously evaluate and implement process improvements to enhance productivity.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Team management

Quality control

Production management

Planning

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

National Diploma / Degree in Operations Management or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Optimize Production operations to meet customer demands and maximise profitability.
• Provide effective leadership and mentorship to shopfloor employees.
• Manage employee conduct and disciplinary procedures within the Department.
• Continuously evaluate and implement processes improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with Sales Department to align production with customer delivery requirements and product availability.
• Identify and address deviations or non-conformances to ensure product quality standards are met.
• Develop and communicate weekly production plans ensuring alignment with relevant departments.
• Allocate the shop floor resources based on operational priorities and employee skill set.
• Monitor production outputs against targets and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Translate Business Strategy into operational objectives and actionable plans.
• Manage production inventory to eliminate stock variances.
• Promote Autonomous Maintenance and facilitate operator training.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing Principles to achieve production goals.
• Manage finished goods and stock and update the system daily.
• Promote Autonomous Maintenance and provide operators with necessary training.
• Intergrate preventative maintenance schedule into production plan.
• Upholding high standards of product quality and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with Health Safety and Environment regulations in accordance with Company Policies and legal requirements.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• National Diploma / Degree in Operations Management Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum10 years experience in a Manufacturing or Production environment with at least 3 years in a Managerial Role.
• Lean Manufacturing training is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word and other relevant software applications.
• Strong communication skills in English both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to identify non-conformances and opportunities for improvement.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Collaborative team player.
• Hands on experience with ERP systems.
• Must have own reliable transport.

Required Skills

Lean Six Sigma Team management quality control production management and planning

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,Lean,Management Experience,5S,Operations Management,Production Planning,Production Management,Kaizen,Supervising Experience,Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 75 - 75