Junior Production Manager

EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS • Full-time • White River, Mpumalanga, South Africa • 4w ago

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

Oversee all daily operations of the factory from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. Develop processes that will maximise responsible planning and management of resources, safety, quality and productivity.

RESPONSIBLITIES

Provide leadership for the successful day-to-day operation of the factory
Plan, organise, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customer expectations
Encourage and promote operating in a continuous improvement environment
Increase production, assets capacity, utilisation and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
Develop and execute the factory manufacturing budgets
Be responsible for production output, product quality and on-time despatch
Remove production constraints; allocate human and equipment resources and direct production employees to attain all established goals
Allocate resources effectively and fully utilise assets to produce optimal results
Remove waste and constraints from the production process to improve efficiencies and enhance productivity
Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
Communicate with research and development to develop new product strategies
Monitor operations and implement corrective actions
Communicate and build relationships with various unions
Share a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage, motivate and develop staff
Collect and analyse data to find areas of waste or overtime elimination
Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity, performance standards and targets to ensure effective return on assets
Commit to plant safety procedures
Address employee issues or grievances and ensure swift conclusion thereof
Stay up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

3 years proven work experience as a production/factory manager
Proven managerial experience
Sound knowledge of employment legislation with regards to the BCEA and Industrial Relations
Good knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise
Good understanding of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and responsible processes
Computer literacy – able to prepare spreadsheets to analyse data and trends
Broad understanding of safety systems and enforcement of safety rules and policies
Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
Ability to influence and strong accountability
Ability to solve complex manufacturing problems
Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment
Degree in Business Management or related field

SKILLS & ABILITIES