We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Production Manager to lead our aluminum extrusion production. This is a critical role responsible for maintaining a safe, productive, and efficient work environment. You will ensure we deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.
Salary: R60 000
Key Responsibilities:
- Safety First: Lead a safety-focused culture, adhering to all regulatory safety and environmental laws, as well as internal safety systems and rules.
- Technical Expertise: Manage a complex production process, ensuring complete quality compliance through exceptional technical knowledge and problem-solving skills.
- Production Excellence: Oversee all aspects of production, including equipment maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions to minimize downtime and maintain quality standards.
- Team Leadership & Development: Coach and develop a high-performing team, ensuring every team member executes tasks according to documented procedures. This includes training, development, and maintaining a disciplined work environment.
- Efficiency & Continuous Improvement: Drive production efficiency and optimize resource utilization to deliver services competitively. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and performance.
- Results-Driven: Achieve and exceed production parameters while fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. This is a results-driven role where your success is directly tied to the performance of the production team.
- Leadership: Possess a strong personality to set and maintain production culture and standards. Be energetic, lead from the front, and have personal ownership of the operation, product quality, and customer service.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in production management.
- Strong scientific and mathematical background to understand the technical complexities of the extrusion process.
- Proven track record of leading and motivating teams to achieve production goals.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and quickly rectify production issues.
- Strong understanding of safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead by example and inspire a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
