Minimum requirements:

  • Matric
  • Technical background
  • Own reliable transport

Experience

  • Between 5- 8 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Able to manage people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Experienced in a fast moving factory environment.
  • Quality focused.
  • Experienced in Lean Manufacturing

Responsibilities:

Production

  • Manage and make sure that standard operating procedures are followed and that the machines are set-up for the best possible production.
  • Keep a constant watch on quality, making corrections where necessary to maintain the required properties
  • Identify problems and do fault finding take pro-active action to solve problems
  • Monitor planned production schedules and manage adjustments if problems occur.
  • Make sure efficiencies and targets are met.
  • Keep Manager informed through daily report-backs.

Safety

  • Manage your shift to maintain safe working practices at all times.
  • Oversee Production personnel on a shift assigned to you
  • Ensure that all the employees in your department are working efficiently, correctly and safely.
  • Manage Time and attendance in the department and take corrective action if employees form negative patterns
  • Where Employees are not giving the required level of service, follow this up immediately. Don’t allow bad practices to become the standard.

Desired Skills:

  • Technical Background
  • Lean Manufacturing

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