Shop Floor Controller

Chainlink Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Shop Floor Controller to oversee production operations in Kempton Park, Gauteng. This role involves coordinating material flow and producing management reports, while ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in accounting or supply chain studies, and experience with ERP systems like MFG-PRO. Strong analytical and administrative skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in manufacturing or materials management.
• Strong administrative capabilities and proven experience.
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production task sequencing and manage material flow.
• Compile and analyze production and management reports.
• Ensure proper recording and reconciliation of data.

Skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Administrative capabilities

Computer literacy

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in accounting

Completed supply chain studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

MFG-PRO

Job description

Shop Floor Controller – Kempton Park

Kempton Park, Gauteng

Posted 15 days ago

Job Description

We are seeking a Shop Floor Controller to ensure the efficient and seamless execution of production operations. Reporting to the Production Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating production task sequencing, managing material flow, and accurately tracking work-in-progress (WIP). This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams including Quality, Purchasing, Stores, and Production to ensure alignment of materials, schedules, and compliance requirements. Additionally, the Shop Floor Controller will be responsible for data reconciliation in systems such as SAP and will actively support continuous improvement initiatives across the production process.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

• Accurately compile, analyze, and publish production and management reports using log sheets, MHS and PLC data.
• Verify data integrity before generating reports and distribute them to key stakeholders (Ops, Logistics, Maintenance, MSFC).
• Maintain comprehensive records of all data and documents.
• Count floor stock (WIP and finished goods) at each production line and collect downtime sheets and PLC logs.
• Ensure proper recording and sign-off of PLC sheets, coordinate with Warehouse Manager on discrepancies.
• Conduct backflush for finished goods per product code, reconcile FG0700 & FG0701 to zero, and validate MUV at close.
• Reconcile and compare actual versus reported floor stock and update MUV and OEE data in Excel.
• Post daily MUV to the general ledger and keep QPR updated with PTP and OEE components.
• Compile all required monthly reports: OEE, MUV, QPR, OPS, PTP, run time, down time.
• Ensure all work orders are closed by 10:00am, notifying accounting and logistics teams once completed.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and use PPE as required.
• Take part in monthly Operations safety meetings.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications & Experience

• National Diploma or a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related discipline
• Preferably completed supply chain studies (e.g. BPIM, PPIM, CPIM).
• ERP systems knowledge—preferably MFG-PRO.
• Preferably completed administrative studies.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in manufacturing or materials management.
• Strong administrative capabilities and proven experience.
• Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, ideally MFG-PRO.
• Self-disciplined and self-motivated.
• Self-confident with strong initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal and administrative skills.
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Skilled in ERP system processing—particularly MFG-PRO.
• Proficient in computer systems for data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledgeable about company safety procedures and regulatory standards.

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