Production Manager – LWPM

Main job function

An outstanding opportunity for a dynamic manager with proven experience in a production and operations management role within the manufacturing industry. The Production Manager reports to the General Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Production planning and job scheduling: Prioritize job runs to meet customer due dates.
• Proficiency in production management and software tools.
• Health and safety: Prioritize and enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety training, and address potential hazards
• Setting Quality standards: Ensure that quality standards are maintained and deadlines are met
• Production processes: Oversee and manage production processes to ensure they run efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely
• Equipment maintenance: Organize equipment repair and routine maintenance
• BOMs and Inventory controls: Required to understand complex Boms and manage inventory to lower costs of production and improve efficiencies
• Compliance: Stay up to date with industry regulations and company regulations, and develop a monthly report on the production team’s compliance
• Workflow: Define workflows, communicate processes, and ensure practices are refined
• Problem-solving: Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to navigate challenges in production environments
• Other responsibilities include: Coordinating activities with production and operation teams, inspecting materials and equipment, maintaining production records, and attending meetings.
• Direct reports: Factory Managers

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or a BSC Engineering degree (Honours and master’s will be advantageous)
• Matric (non-negotiable)

Systems

• SAP Business One
• Office 365
• Mecad/Solidworks

Criteria 

• Proven experience in a production and operations management role within the manufacturing industry.
• Excellence in leadership and team management skills; Familiar with Kaizen and lean management.
• Must be highly computer-literate, provide production performance reports, and have strong reporting and communication skills.
• The Production Manager should have the capacity to learn how the business and manufacturing plant operates, AND have the initiative to utilise their skills and expertise to teach new and improved ways of doing things.
• Be invested in getting the best out of their team and cultivating an environment that promotes skills development, team collaboration, and a strong work ethic. This is done by leading by example and demonstrating the discipline this demanding, high-pressure job requires.

Salary

R50k-R60k p/m + bens

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.