Job Description

Synopsis
The Production Manager will ensure that the operation functions and performs at its optimum level with the Distribution Centre.

Primary RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all procedures are in place, for an efficient shift handover in all areas of production.
• Ensure that full briefing between production managers is done on each hand over of shift.
• Brief all Production Supervisors on the daily targets / setting hourly goals to ensure effective production efficiency.
• Ensure the total production headcounts is sufficient.
• Ensure KPIs are set to get the maximum out of direct time performance and Time keeping is adhered to.
• Ensure consistency in housekeeping.
• Ensure staff gets the correct training to ensure that standards being maintained.
• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained and staff adheres to safe working procedures.
• Ensure stock from the receiving floor gets put away in a set time frame.
• Ensure reports are pulled as often as possible to see how the work is spread out per section, for Picking and Reach Trucks.
• Monitor late picks and short picks.
• Ensure Pickers are in-sync with Reach trucks and Replenishment.
• Ensure pallet selects are managed.
• Manage all aspects of the production line from receiving to dispatch.
• Ensure all machinery is in good and working condition throughout the shift.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT:

• Monitor attendance of all staff in Production.
• Ensure all workers are wearing the correct PPE.
• Ensure that Training and Development is in place.
• Compile Daily complement report and send to ADfusion Production Manager.
• Ensure Production runs well and, queries are dealt with timeously in liaison with ADfusion Production Manager.

PROCESS EVALUATION:

• Evaluate and communicate implications, and risks of proposed operational process changes as necessary to the QC Manager.
• Continuously identify, analyze, and communicate cross-functional process issues and recommendations as and when required to the QC Manager.

N.B* This is a 6 months long contract
Qualification and Experience
Minimum Experience:

• 2-3 years of experience in a Logistics/Manufacturing/Distribution /TES or Facilities Management Environment
• Min 2 years of supervisory experience
• Computer literate (MS Office)

Minimum Qualification:

• Grade 12
• Degree or Diploma in Food Technology or equivalent will be advantageous.
• Experience in a Logistics/Manufacturing advantageous

Job Reference: TCN01540