Our client in the Plastics Industry based in Durban is looking for a Thermoforming Production Manager. This position will report to the General Manager. Salary is negotiable depending with experience.

Key Responsibilities
.Responsible for directing a team of moulding associates in the areas of production, scheduling, safety, maintenance and quality.
.Troubleshoot and adjust moulding parameters to maintain quality and maximum product output
.Lead a small team of people in execution of daily production tasks, work scheduling, training, maintenance and in continuous improvement
.Perform problem-solving to develop corrective actions for customer issues or to initiate continuous improvement
.Coordinate tooling and equipment availability, repair and maintenance
.Ensure cleanliness and maintains safe work environment within moulding department
.Respond to problems by performing corrective technical or mechanical solutions
.Maintain positive employee relations and adhere to Company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices
.Coordinate with outside vendors regarding maintenance and repair for tooling and equipment
.Implement and manage all maintenance functions, including but not limited to preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance on all injection moulding equipment


Key Requirements
.Highly skilled in Thermoforming
.Must have a minimum of 5 years in a plastics manufacturing managerial environment
.The position will require competencies that include moulding, tooling and quality inspection
.Must possess strong leadership and managerial skills
.Relevant qualification plus 5 years hands-on work experience
.Continuous Improvement experience within a manufacturing environment