PRODUCTION/PLANT MANAGER (EE Position)
MANUFACTURING SECTOR
CAPE TOWN

Leading manufacturer seeks suitably qualified / experienced Production / Plant Manager to join their dynamic team.

JOB DEFINITION:
• A results-oriented leader of all Manufacturing Departments at the facility.
• Responsible for the utilization of all available resources to achieve bottom-line results.
• Assists in the creation and execution of the business goals of the department.
• Manages the team of Supervisors to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of material to customers.
• Integral in maintaining a safe workplace.
• Responsible for the supervision, training, and development of the entire Manufacturing/Production staff.
• Provide technical assistance to other functional groups within the organization

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications:
• B’Tech Degree in Industrial Engineering and &*Business Management qualification preferred

Skills:
• Desire to lead and develop the manufacturing management team at the facilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer literate, including familiarity with a nationally known ERP systems
• Exact Software knowledge
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and 13485
• Familiarity with Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing methodology
• Strong decision making skills as a result-driven approach

Experience:

• 5-10 years’ experience in progressively responsible manufacturing management roles.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Daily walk-through’s of all production areas.
• Intense shop floor presence in all areas.
• "Hands-On" understanding of product flow.
• In coordination with the Manufacturing Manager, identification and resolution of any production "bottle-necks".
• Facilitate daily production meetings with all related department managers and supervisors.
• Maintain and continually improve the plant manufacturing systems.
• Direct the operation of all manufacturing departments, providing support to the supervisory team as needed.
• Assist in the implementation of new manufacturing processes, product technology, and systems technology to achieve the location's manufacturing objectives.
• Assist in establishing, communicating and implementing operational standards for throughput, cost control, waste reduction, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Assist Manufacturing Manager with staffing, training and development of subordinates consistent with department and corporate operating objectives.
• Heavily involved with Manufacturing and Planning modules of the EXACT system.
• Assist in the development of corporate competency testing tools.
• Assist supervisors in the handling of all employee and personnel issues.
• Responsible for the overall Health and Safety of the manufacturing/production areas

Additional Duties:
• Ability to travel to customer locations as required
• Practical knowledge and understanding of OHS Act