Job Purpose:To supervise, organise, control and lead the safe execution of all activities in the plant production processes and to ensure the achievement of production and quality targets in accordance with production plans. Reporting to Production Manager.Minimum Requirement:Matric/ Grade 12 (with Maths and Science as subjects)Further Education and Training Certificate: Manufacturing and Assembly Operations SupervisionNational Diploma in Production Management, or the studying towards the same or similar qualification will be an added advantage6+years' supervisory experience in an Automotive manufacturing environmentIndustrial Engineering experience Main Responsibilities:Production Planning:Schedule and monitor Production activitiesSchedule and efficiently arrange changeovers according to the Production Plan (change-over sequence, Blend, Products etc.)Production Management:Maintain manufacturing /production efficienciesEnsures correct start up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shiftBalance the production lines (manning levels)Supervise the work units to achieve work unit objectivesMonitor the achievement of daily production targetsInvestigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performanceSet up ancillary process equipment for the manufacturing operationsPrepare, set and adjust manufacturing and production machine conditions to produce quality finished productFIRST- OFF Production parts monitored in conjunction with the Quality Assurance dept.Control the manufacturing/production processAdjust and maintain production process and machineryTake corrective action where necessaryResponsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilises previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality/control department and process engineering to resolve problems. This is to ensure low rates of repairs and rejects are achievedResponsible for displaying the latest level of work instruction sheetsEnsures correct manning level for the production output requiredComplies with all statutory requirementsEnsures that all hand tools are in good working conditionRaw Materials:Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support productionSupervises the monthly stock take and ensures that records are correctly enteredCount stock for a Stock Take integrity check (check product condition during the count)Material Handling:Identify and process wasteReport material issues/concernsMaintenance:Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functioningMonitor maintenance or manufacturing equipment, tooling and servicesInform responsible person of equipment/tooling breakdown and complete Job Card, if applicablePrepare for product changes as required by the production plan. Complete change over paperworkPerforms minor machine repairs to reduce machine downtimeContinuous Improvement:Identify opportunities for improvementsApply continuous improvement principles – e.g. kaizenPeople Management:Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levelsEnsure discipline is maintained in the department – manage absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.Resolve grievances & disputesPlans and provides for on the job training and multi-skilling of production teams on a continuous basis. Motivates production operators continuously of correct work practices and provides on the job training of new production operatorsAttends all meetings and training courses as requested. Ensures all subordinates attend required training courses, especially those in respect of quality and safetyResponsible to ensure that Payroll SACO hours submissions are done in time for Payroll ProcessingEnsure SACO clockings & exceptions are processed daily and timeously for payroll processingEnsure any issues/concerns with the SACO time & attendance system is reported to the payroll department immediatelyManage Production overtime schedules to ensure compliance with MIBCO Main AgreementReport any overtime exemptions (more than 10 hours per week) to the HR Department immediatelySHE:Ensures safe working conditions and the application of safe working practices in all areas of the departmentReports any unsafe equipment, working conditions and practices to the Production ManagerEnsure machines and production areas are always kept clean and tidy in accordance with 5S good housekeeping principles.Ensures that all safe working procedures are always adhered to by subordinatesAlso endures protective clothing, shoes and glasses are always worn correctly and in designated areasEnsures that all safety devices on the plant are operating correctly, including lock out tag out