Production Manager, Durban

We are looking for a strong candidate with an engineering qualification and proven experience in a production and operations management role within the manufacturing industry.  Excellence in leadership and team management skills is important.

Key Functions:

• Production planning and job scheduling: Prioritize job runs to meet customer due dates.
• Proficiency in production management and software tools.
• Health and safety: Prioritize and enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety training, and address potential hazards
• Setting Quality standards: Ensure that quality standards are maintained and deadlines are met
• Production processes: Oversee and manage production processes to ensure they run efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely
• Equipment maintenance: Organize equipment repair and routine maintenance
• BOMs and Inventory controls: Required to understand complex BOMs and manage inventory to lower costs of production and improve efficiencies
• Compliance: Stay up to date with industry regulations and company regulations, and develop a monthly report on the production team's compliance
• Workflow: Define workflows, communicate processes, and ensure practices are refined
• Problem-solving: Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to navigate challenges in production environments
• Other responsibilities include: Coordinating activities with production and operation teams, inspecting materials and equipment, maintaining production records, and attending meetings. Familiar with Kaizen and lean management.

Key Qualifications and Requirements:

• BSC Engineering degree(Honours and Master's will be advantageous) - Mechanical Engineering is preferable
• Bachelor's degree in business management
• SAP Business One
• Office 365
• Mecad/Solidworks
• Highly computer-literate, provide production performance report
• Strong reporting and communication skills
• Drives performance and takes initiative
• Collaborative