Production Manager Negotiable

We are in search of a visionary leader

We are in search of a visionary leader who sets the example of becoming the backbone of our exceptional Production Team. The individual must be able to redefine efficiency and raise the bar for target achievements.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Oversee the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations.
2. Work alongside Production Planners to schedule weekly production targets for all six (6) Production lines with a total staff complement of 500.
3. Manage production plan for on-time completion and delivery.
4. Fostering the talent, performance and future capabilities of your direct reports and the wider team through effective management and developmental initiatives.
5. Identify and address key concerns that may alter or influence the production plan.
6. Embody strong, visible leadership that nurtures a positive and inclusive work environment.
7. Ensuring adherence to conduct/regulatory/statutory labour laws and legislation, health and safety, quality management, financial and risk standards within standard manufacturing processes.
8. Manage WIP (Work-In-Progress) report and track developments and delivery dates of such.
9. Assuming ownership of first-line operational risks and controls, proactively addressing challenges as they arise.
10. Work excess time as per Production requirements; be prepared to report for duty on call-outs, nightshift and work weekends on an ad-hoc basis.
11. Collate and analyse data with Line Managers and facilitate production reports for presentations at monthly management committee meetings.
12. Provide Technical expertise support to the Production Lines to eliminate bottlenecks and to ease production flow.
13. Plan, schedule and arrange department forecasts and budget involvement raising Capex requirements too.

Desired Experience & Qualification

1. Production Management/Operations Management Diploma or Degree required.
2. Business Management or Postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage.
3. 10 years production management experience within the Textile Manufacturing industry required.
4. Proficient with PC applications, especially experience with in-house applications.
5. Excellent communication skills and good command of the English language with Zulu and French as an added advantage.

Package & Remuneration

An attractive basic salary Funeral and death benefits Medical aid benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr