Production Foreman

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Prepare the production area, equipment and raw materials before production begins. - Oversee daily production activities and ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved. - Ensure the correct raw materials, equipment and process settings are used. - Monitor machinery, pumps, mixing systems, conveyors and other production equipment to ensure they are operational and safe. - Identify production problems, breakdowns and quality issues and take appropriate corrective action. - Allocate daily tasks to employees and ensure responsibilities and priorities are clearly communicated. - Supervise employee performance, productivity, discipline and compliance with safety procedures. - Provide guidance and support to employees to ensure work is carried out correctly and efficiently. - Monitor staffing requirements and report absenteeism, poor performance or disciplinary matters to management. - Oversee the safe receipt, storage, handling and use of chemical raw materials. - Monitor chemical stock levels and ensure chemicals are correctly labelled, stored and handled. - Ensure employees use the required PPE and follow chemical handling and safety procedures. - Assist with chemical spills, exposure incidents and other safety-related matters. - Conduct regular inspections of production equipment and assist with preventative maintenance. - Identify wear, leaks, damaged components and potential equipment failures before they affect production. - Report equipment faults and follow up on required repairs. - Assist with machinery repairs, equipment upgrades and production improvement projects. - Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity and equipment reliability. - Assist with implementing work instructions, checklists and standard operating procedures. - Ensure required production, quality, maintenance and safety records are completed. - Assist with investigating production deviations, equipment failures and quality issues. - Maintain good housekeeping and cleanliness within production and chemical storage areas. - Participate in safety inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations. - Work closely with the production and maintenance teams to minimise production downtime. REQUIREMENTS: - Grade 12 / Matric minimum requirement. - Previous practical experience in a manufacturing or production environment. - Previous experience in a supervisory, team leader or foreman role will be advantageous. - Practical experience working with machinery, pumps, piping and general mechanical maintenance. - Knowledge of chemical handling and workplace safety will be advantageous. - Knowledge of preventative maintenance will be advantageous. - Basic electrical knowledge will be advantageous. - A relevant trade qualification will be advantageous. - A valid drivers licence will be advantageous. - Strong leadership and communication skills. - Practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving. - Strong sense of responsibility, accountability and ownership. - Ability to manage employees fairly but firmly. - Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and follow through on tasks. - Safety-conscious and able to work according to strict procedures. - Reliable, punctual and attentive to detail. - Comfortable working in a hands-on factory environment. - Willingness to work overtime, weekends, shifts or standby when required. *ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*