Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 (Essential)
• National Diploma/B-tech in Production/ Operations Management or Industrial Engineering (Essential)
• A relevant Post Graduate Qualification would be an added advantage
• 8 to 10 years' experience in Production Management (Manager & Above) role (Essential)
• 5+ years' experience in a management role
• Computer Literacy - Strong MS Office (Essential), Syspro advantageous

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor daily production performance (PPM, DDD and SSN) and targets
• Ensure customer support
• Ensure the visual management system is maintained
• Maintain and control stock levels and materials for the plant
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality control, supply chain, and maintenance.
• Drive a performance culture within the department through setting targets and monitoring production output against targets
• Drive a continuous improvement culture within the department to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste and improve quality through methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma etc
• Support effective implementation and/or execution of new projects such as the introduction of new models
• Optimize resource utilization and control production costs.
• Analyse and interpret various reports e.g. manufacturing, stock, customer schedules etc
• Prepare and/or present various reports at different meetings/forums
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Manage and monitor departmental budget
• Perform general management functions to ensure smooth running of the department
• Ensure team have clear performance objectives and development plans in place
• Motivate, delegate and empower appropriately, enabling direct reports to take responsibility
• Enhance development through providing coaching and/or other development opportunities

Skills Required