Production Supervisor (Plant), Durban

Job Purpose

To supervise, organise, control and lead the safe execution of all activities in the plant production processes and to ensure the achievement of production and quality targets in accordance with production plans. Reporting to: Production Manager

Minimum Requirements

Matric/ Grade 12 with Maths&Science as subjects

National Diploma or Degree in Production Management

2+ years’ supervisory experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment

Main Responsibilities Production Planning

Schedule and monitor Production activities

Schedule and arrange changeovers according to the Production Plan (change-over sequence, tool changes, cutting knives, water jet nests etc.)

Production Management

Maintain manufacturing /production efficiencies

Ensures correct start up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift

Balance the production lines (manning levels)

Supervise the work units to achieve work unit objectives

Monitor the achievement of daily production targets

Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performance

Set up ancillary process equipment for the manufacturing operations

Prepare, set and adjust manufacturing and production machine conditions to produce quality finished product

FIRST- OFF Production parts monitored in conjunction with the Quality Assurance dept.

Control the manufacturing/production process

Adjust and maintain production process and machinery

Take corrective action where necessary

Responsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilises previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality/control department and process engineering to resolve problems. This is to ensure low rates of repairs and rejects are achieved

Responsible for displaying the latest level of work instruction sheets

Ensures correct manning level for the production output required

Complies with all statutory requirements

Ensures that all hand tools are in good working condition

Raw Materials

Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support production

Supervises the monthly stock take and ensures that records are correctly entered

Count stock for a Stock Take integrity check (check product condition during the count)

Material Handling

Handle and care for materials

Identify and process waste

Report material issues/concerns

Maintenance

Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functioning

Monitor maintenance or manufacturing equipment, tooling and services

Inform responsible person of equipment/tooling breakdown and complete Job Card, if applicable

Prepare for mould changes as required by the production plan. Complete mould change paperwork

Performs minor machine repairs to reduce machine downtime

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities for improvements

Apply continuous improvement principles– e.g. kaizen

People Management

Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels

Ensure discipline is maintained in the department– manage absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.

Resolve grievances&disputes

Plans and provides for on the job training and multi-skilling of production teams on a continuous basis. Motivates production operators continuously of correct work practices and provides on the job training of new production operators

Attends all meetings and training courses as requested. Ensures all subordinates attend required training courses, especially those in respect of quality and safety

Responsible to ensure that Payroll SACO hours submissions are done in time for Payroll Processing

Ensure SACO clockings&exceptions are processed timeously for payroll processing

Ensure any issues/concerns with the SACO time&attendance system is reported to the payroll department immediately

Manage Production overtime schedules to ensure compliance with MIBCO Main Agreement

Report any overtime exemptions (more than 10 hours per week) to the HR Department immediately

SHE

Ensures safe working conditions and the application of safe working practices in all areas of the department. Reports any unsafe equipment, working conditions and practices to the Production Manager.

Ensure machines and production areas are always kept clean and tidy in accordance with 5S good housekeeping principles.

Ensures that all safe working procedures are always adhered to by subordinates. Also endures protective clothing, shoes and glasses are always worn correctly and in designated areas. Ensures that all safety devices on the plant are operating correctly, including lock out tag out.

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