Job Description

Job Title: Production Scheduling Supervisor

Location:

Gqeberha

Job Type:

Full-time

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monthly Planning

Receive and review sales rolling forecasts

Balance production capacity across all shops to meet demand

Weekly Planning

Set model launch sequence, ensuring no more than three colour changes per day

Release Assembly JIS (Just-In-Sequence) production sequences

Daily Planning

Dynamically adjust shop sequences to accommodate changes and priorities

Trigger sequenced material pull to support production flow

Work-in-Progress (W-P) Synchronization

Monitor BIW buffer zones

Paint-to-Assembly (P-A) Synchronization

Control painted body sequencing to align with downstream assembly requirements

Exception Management

Equipment Downtime

Activate backup sequence within 2hrs

Material Shortages

Execute model jump sequences to maintain production continuity

Quality Holds

Coordinate cross-shop rework routes to resolve quality issues

System & Data Management

Maintain APS (SAP PP/DS) system parameters including Welding fixture change matrix

Painting oven curves and Assembly station labor times

Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Develop and mentor the planning team to enhance skills and efficiency

Drive optimization of scheduling logic and production processes

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Grade 12 with a National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Production or Operations Management or a related field

Minimum of 5 years' experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry (preferred)

COMPETENCIES:

Attention to detail and analytical thinking

Strong problem- solving skills with resilience under pressure

Effective communication and collaboration

Adaptability and flexibility

Join our team and become part of a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of the automotive industry. Apply now to

recruitment@baicsa.co.za

with your updated resume.

: When submitting your application, please use the job title in the subject heading.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities. Preference will be given to applicants in line with our current employment equity plan and targets.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application as being unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/08/28