Job Description

Ensure meeting of production targets (Volume). Conduct daily start up meeting (green areas), and Operations meetings (pre-action room meeting). Leadership & Development of Operators. Manage time and attendance of staff members - plan absentee cover and manpower control. Recognition of quality defects then supervise the implementation of countermeasures in logistics. Ensure meeting Logistics quality targets. Ensure that all parts are received and binned and allocated accordingly. Ensure that stock is balanced, using MRP system. Issuing of work in progress parts and complete the shortage report Do stock adjustments. Ensure all parts are delivered to the line timely according to a schedule and picking list. Ensure that all shortages are logged and followed up in terms of availability. Manage continuous improvement activities in the department e.g Kaizen Development and implementation of quality improvement plans. Ensure safe work practices are followed & Health and Safety improvement measures are implemented. Implement and co-ordinate the 5S concept and ensure that zone specific targets are met. Implementation of lean manufacturing within the Department. Actively involved in the monthly production / efficiency target. Active involvement in Operations room meeting. Pro- actively investigate all production deviations and report counter measures. Work according to the set ISO procedures and the protocol book instructions. Ensure that parts shortages are logged in the system on time and actively follow up on them. Adhere to the housekeeping standards in the production plant. Ensure that new stillages identified are actioned by Logistics, and Magic, and updated accordingly. Liaise with the Operations Manager where discrepancies are concerned with the stock counting. Ensure that all parts are identified and are traceable whilst in Logistics. Ensure that all operators follow the Protocol Book instructions. Comply to QF- Process and production instructions for Logistics. Ensure that all work is performed according to the work instructions. Pro-activeness in investigating all deviations to quality targets by defining proper countermeasures. Focus on the reduction of waste. Reduce the use of consumable items. Encourage and support all Kaizen activities. Ensure all equipment is maintained in working order & the necessary maintenance is performed. Ensure that reworks and scrap are minimised. Ensure that your staff members have a clear understanding of process information & work instructions. Ensure that the production change requests from the customer are well understood. Have a good understanding of new model & process requirements for production. Ensure that checks for correct quality & quantity of parts is done by sequencing. Handling of disciplinary issues including poor performance, issues of misconduct, attendance etc. Focus on the development of Operators to maximise their performance through ILU. Motivate members & appraise performance of Operators. Facilitate daily Green Area meetings and obtain commitment from all staff members. Ensure that Green Area visual board is constantly updated. Enforce compliance with Health, Safety and PPE rules. Report on machine breakdowns timeously through the helpboard. Maintain good 5S & housekeeping practices. Ensure that all machines have safety guards, signs or instructions on them. Ensure that the correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn at all times. Ensure that all unsafe working conditions are addressed immediately.

Qualifications:

Grade: 12 Matric Certificate. Relevant Production Qualification.

Skills:

Good communication (oral and written) & interpersonal relations skills. Assertive and possess decision making skills. Computer Literate. Flexible, active and forward thinking. Problem Solving Skills. Encourage Team Work. Professionalism. Production Planning Skills. Able to create confidence and to manage a cooperative partnership.

Experience:

Technical experience in a manufacturing / assembly environment - 3 years Experience of Health and Safety requirements in a manufacturing environment

Closing date: 09 July 2025