Overview
To manage and coach team across functions in order to deliver world class operation excellence through world class practices. All activities, roles and responsibilities are aligned to the world class (manufacturing) philosophy, principles and practices.
Qualifications
- Matric / Grade 12 (Maths and Science)
- Bachelor of Sciences / Bachelor of Technology / Degree (In a Relevant Engineering Field)
Experience
6 - 10 Years Relevant Experience3 - 5 Years People Management experiencePrevious experience as 16.2 appointee will be an advantageDuties
StrategySetting up KPIs for the plant in line with business objectives
Create clarity on goals and objectivesCreate team and ensure goal alignmentUse visual management system to monitor and control KPIsFeedbackReport on department performance to Snr Manager Operations
Report on department performance to employeesPerform quarterly management reviewsPromote and facilitate an open and inclusive environmentBudget ControlResponsible for OPEX expenditure
Initiate and promote cost reduction projectsCritical Decision MakingMaking final decisions on escalated situations from superintendents (e.g. safety, quality, IR, HR)
Long Term Sustainable ProjectsPlan and initiate
Implement and sustain ISO standardsShort Term Focus ProjectsCapex requirement planning
Ensure corrective action plans are driven to fix systemic issuesEffective Resource ManagementCommunicate need for org chart and get approval for the budget year
Ensure HR recruitment process is being followedProvide competency guidelines on key positionsReview candidate CVs and interviewLiaise With Marketing (sales)New product development
Get marketing feedback on product performanceCheck that we are on target with regards to JIT productionPerformance Management Of SupsReviewing KPIs
Discipline misconductCoaching of good practiceRewarding excellent performanceReporting to Snr Manager Operations on business objectivesComplete and follow up EDD with superintendentsDevelop Masterplan Implementation And Tracking Of Best PracticesSetup masterplan and share in steering committee
Liaise With Supporting Services And PlantsVisit senior managers to ensure alignment
Visit supply and customer managers to ensure smooth operationsLmcChampion change
Monitor and control change and risks arisingRemove obstacles or bottlenecks to ensure employees focussed / perform function (e.g. tool, systems, etc.)Legal AppointmentLegal appointment OHSA 16.2
Ensure risks managed effectivelyEnsure business processes and procedures followedShopfloor InteractionLead by example
Coach employeesPromote open door policy on any issues arisingListen for criticismGemba Walks (VFL) to engage employeesJob Competencies
Knowledge : Familiar / Competent in Microsoft Office
Core Behavioural Competencies
Decision makingTeamworkWork standardsReliabilityMotivation of self and othersAdaptabilityProblem-solvingIntegrity and trustCommunication skillsPlanning and organizationStress toleranceInitiativeBuilding relationshipsFunctional / Technical Competency
Coaching and MentoringFacilitation / MeetingsProject ManagementResearchingEffective Change ManagementConflict ManagementProduct KnowledgeRoot-cause analysisExcellent Customer ServiceCross-Functional Competency
CollaborationFunctional integration (Integration with ACTS and plant process)Leadership Competency
Drive for ResultsMotivating OthersStrategic Agility Managing Vision and PurposeMotivating OthersBusiness Acumen (Will be an advantage)General
Occupational Level : Professional
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