Production Manager - East Rand

Our Client seeks an experienced Production Manager with relevant pump knowledge.
The Production Manager will be responsible for the planning, organising, coordination and control of the production of the company to ensure that the highest production standards are maintained at the lowest cost.
The candidate should have the ability to fulfill the requirements of the Quality Policy and Assurance Procedure Manuals
The candidate should be able to implement measures to ensure that the various workshops are properly managed and controlled in order to ensure that projected profits margins and growth is achieved
The candidate should be able to provide controls to ensure that the Companys Production resources are correctly allocated, utilised and directed towards providing quality products that meet contract requirements and project delivery dates
Core Competencies & Abilities:
Good general knowledge of pump applications, pump fundamentals, pumps operations and pump components
High acumen for engineering concepts and mechanical engineering
5 10 years in a production environment overseeing the production facility from a design, planning and operating perspective. Exposed to business planning
Product and material knowledge, Metallurgy experience an advantage
Ability to interpret manufacturing drawings would be an advantage
Ability to change direction and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks on a regular basis.
Ability to positively motivate individuals and teams to meet or exceed project expectations.
Exceptionally high level of commitment to the success of individuals and overall projects.
Work ethics that complement the companys long-standing culture of high integrity throughout all areas of internal and external business activity.
Willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed.
Excellent track record and experience in client communication and customer service.
Result oriented with strong organizational skills
Provide timely responses to both internal and external customers.
Ensure quality of engineering/service support at customer sites.
Determine and recommend improvements to systems and provide technical support
Implement changes where required/necessary
Forecasting requirements for resource utilisation
Previous experience with ERP systems
Management reporting

Educational Qualifications:
Degree or equivalent in Engineering
Project Management