My client a well renowned dust mask manufacturer is looking for Production Manager to join their team.

The incumbent will be responsible for leading the manufacturing function within budget and output targets to meet customer requirements and standards. Full accountability for ensuring safety, customer quality, cost and delivery requirements are met. Responsible for developing an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible team by building working relationships ensuring that Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to. Managing the team on best practice and establish standard policies and procedures whilst also mentoring and leading teams. Implementing and managing continuous improvement and modern manufacturing principals by highlighting deficiencies and recommending changes in training, working practices and processes.

Education & Experience Required:
• Relevant manufacturing/ production/ engineering degree is required
• Extensive plant level / production experience with significant proven supervisory experience
• Technical understanding
• Understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Kaizen, lean manufacturing
• Experience of managing Profit & Loss responsibilities for manufacturing
• Understanding of manufacturing and procurement/supply chain
• Understanding of ISO standards
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems experience
• Must have at least 7 years’ experience

The successful incumbent should possess:

• Positive attitude
• Ambitious, goal orientated
• Accurate and detailed
• Punctual
• Strong relationship management/building skills
• Solid traceable track record
• Flair for Figures
• Management skills
• Team player

Contract: Permanent
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Centurion, Gauteng

Application Closing Date: 15th May 2020