A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent SECTOR : Production BASIC SALARY : R41 600.00 + Benefits START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate REQUIREMENTS: Matric NQF 6 qualification in Production Management / Operations Management Minimum 5 years experience in a Production Manager role in the manufacturing industry Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) Have knowledge and understanding of plastic Manufacturing High level of emotional intelligence & interpersonal skills DUTIES: Production Coordination: Implement production schedules to meet customer demands Coordinate production activities with other departments Allocate resources including personnel, equipment and material to maximize efficiency and productivity Monitor production processes and workflow, adjusting schedules and resources as necessary to address bottlenecks and delays Analyze production processes to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction while optimizing efficiency and productivity Conduct root cause analysis of production issues and implement corrective action Implement inventory control measures to minimize waste Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations and safety protocols Maintain accurate production records and documentation Personnel Management: Manage subordinates in line with company policies, procedures and industry collective agreement.
Responsible to lead, motivate, train and control any allocated persons Ensure that subordinates record and report quality problems immediately Monitor and direct workflow of subordinates Hold regular performance reviews to discuss performance against objectives, counselling employees where performance is not in line with the standards Motivate team to develop with a focus on ongoing improvement.
Implement good ideas, give credit where due, support, counsel and discipline where necessary Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork and continuous improvement Promote a culture of workplace safety Practical hands-on passing on of skill ("Show and do") Guide team to ensure that members deliver output and performance in line with company quality standards Communicate and confirm values and goals and clarify roles on an ongoing basis Proactively communicate consequences of misconduct to team members Conduct discipline and counselling where necessary, staying within the limits of orderly actions in terms of the disciplinary code Health and Safety: Ensure organizational health and safety standards and safe working practices are maintained Work safely and report on safety hazards or issues Report any accidents, incidents and near misses Food (Product) Safety: Food safety standards are site specific and at these sites employees should: Apply the sites food safety principles and standards Report any food safety hazards or issues to your Supervisor/Manager Comply to and maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation to the Companys FSMS (Food Safety Management System) Quality: Apply the companys quality principles and standards Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Reporting and Administration: All reports and administration related to the position General: Ensure team knows what to do and where to find information if you are not available Inform yourself about and apply the company's principles and standards Set an example, be a role model for your team and others in the way you work and behave Self-development and Growth: Realistic assessment of own strengths and development areas and undertake actions to address weaknesses HOURS: Monday to Thursday: 8:00 17:00 Friday: 8:00 - 15:45