Junior Production Manager, White River

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: Oversee all daily operations of the factory from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. Develop processes that will maximise responsible planning and management of resources, safety, quality and productivity.

RESPONSIBLITIES

Provide leadership for the successful day-to-day operation of the factory

Plan, organise, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customer expectations

Encourage and promote operating in a continuous improvement environment

Increase production, assets capacity, utilisation and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards

Develop and execute the factory manufacturing budgets

Be responsible for production output, product quality and on-time despatch

Remove production constraints; allocate human and equipment resources and direct production employees to attain all established goals

Allocate resources effectively and fully utilise assets to produce optimal results

Remove waste and constraints from the production process to improve efficiencies and enhance productivity

Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus

Communicate with research and development to develop new product strategies

Monitor operations and implement corrective actions

Communicate and build relationships with various unions

Share a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage, motivate and develop staff

Collect and analyse data to find areas of waste or overtime elimination

Develop systems and processes that track and optimise productivity, performance standards and targets to ensure effective return on assets

Commit to plant safety procedures

Address employee issues or grievances and ensure swift conclusion thereof

Stay up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts

QUALIFICATIONS&EXPERIENCE

3 years proven work experience as a production/factory manager

Proven managerial experience

Sound knowledge of employment legislation with regards to the BCEA and Industrial Relations

Good knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)

Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise

Good understanding of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and responsible processes

Computer literacy– able to prepare spreadsheets to analyse data and trends

Broad understanding of safety systems and enforcement of safety rules and policies

Ability to create accountability and to lead by example

Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills

Ability to influence and strong accountability

Ability to solve complex manufacturing problems

Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment

Degree in Business Management or related field

SKILLS&ABILITIES

Critical thinking and problem solving skills

Planning and organising

Co‑ordination and control

Time management

Attention to detail

Decision making

Communication skills

Persuasiveness

Negotiation skills

Influencing and leading

Delegation

Team work

Conflict management

Adaptability

Stress tolerance

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