Senior Production Manager

Hlabahlosile Trading Projects; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Durban is seeking a Senior Production Manager to oversee production operations, safety compliance, and budget management. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in senior manufacturing management, preferably in the automotive sector, and must possess strong leadership and analytical skills. A tertiary qualification in Production Management is required. This role demands a commitment to team building and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in senior manufacturing management, preferably in automotive (OE or tier-one).
• Proven track record of team building, monitoring, and improving key deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain departmental procedures for safety, production, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Manage budgets, cost controls, and human resources.
• Lead, mentor, and develop departmental managers.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk reduction plans.
• Oversee safety reporting and adherence to safety policies.
• Drive efficient planning, utilization, and reporting on production.

Skills

Advanced SYSPRO

Intermediate Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Strong leadership

Coaching abilities

Organizational abilities

Analytical abilities

Education

Tertiary qualification in Production Management

Job description

Senior Production Manager : Pinetown

Department : Production

Key Responsibilities :

1. Management & Leadership

• Develop and maintain departmental procedures and controls for safety, production, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Manage budgets, cost controls, and adequate human resources for efficient operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop departmental managers, ensuring skills retention.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk reduction plans.

Safety & Compliance

• Oversee safety reporting and ensure adherence to PPE and company safety policies.
• Investigate incidents, analyze root causes, and implement preventative measures.

Production Operations

• Drive efficient planning, utilization, and reporting on production.
• Monitor, investigate, and resolve downtime causes.
• Prepare resources to achieve production targets.

Planning & Reporting

• Implement and oversee production planning and forecasting.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of production data.
• Monitor key metrics and performance areas.

Administration & Standards

• Ensure compliance with all company standards, procedures, and confidentiality.
• Maintain audit readiness and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Uphold housekeeping, environmental, and ISO14001 standards.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Understand and manage departmental budgets, report on variances, and implement cost-saving initiatives.

Risk & Statutory Compliance

• Identify departmental risks and ensure legal compliance.
• Complete statutory reports and adhere to labour legislation.

Team & Performance

• Build, manage, and mentor a team, driving a culture of high performance.

Requirements : Qualifications :

• Tertiary qualification in Production Management.

Experience :

• 10+ years in senior manufacturing management, preferably in automotive (OE or tier-one).
• Proven track record of team building, monitoring, and improving key deliverables.

Skills :

• Advanced SYSPRO, intermediate Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook .
• Strong leadership, coaching, organizational, and analytical abilities.

Personal Attributes :

• Accountable, resourceful, flexible, organized, patient, and a desire to teach and share knowledge.