Production Manager

Production Manager - Jhb

Job Summary

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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 site’s 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 Company’s FSMS (Food Safety Management System)

Quality :

Apply the company’s 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

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at today.

Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.  We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.