Production Manager, Port Elizabeth

Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (database experience preferred) High-level organizational skills, including filing and indexing Experience in compiling management data and reports Experience Required

Minimum 5 years experience in injection moulding machine setting and optimization At least 3 years of supervisory experience Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment Key Responsibilities

Production Management

Coordinate and manage all production staff Hold weekly meetings with injection moulding machine setters for problem-solving and information sharing Promote quality achievement and continuous performance improvement throughout the organization Set production objectives and ensure targets are achieved (e.g. scrap %, absenteeism %, cycle time standards)Maintain awareness of business context and company profitability, including budgetary control Ensure timely manufacturing of products that meet customer quality and delivery requirements Manage the setting of all injection moulding machines and any ancillary equipment Schedule production across the plant for optimal equipment useEnsure all raw materials are ordered in a timely manner Documentation and Compliance

Ensure adequacy and compliance with production work instructions, including: Production Process Flow Charts Setting Sheets Inspection Instructions Job Cards Packaging and Transport details Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the facility Conduct periodic formal reviews to verify production activities align with procedures and work instructionsReview customer releases and formulate production plans accordingly Assist in cross-functional audits per ISO 9001:2015 and the internal audit plan Ensure departmental compliance with the Management Policy Document and procedures Process Improvement and Quality Assurance

Identify and implement process, tooling, and equipment improvements Review non-conforming products with the quality department and implement corrective actions Drive staff collaboration to develop and implement comprehensive quality procedures Persuade staff to adopt quality-driven work methodsEnsure testing and procedures are correctly understood, performed, and evaluated Support value-added functions and process improvements across The Company Staff Development and Supervision

Identify training needs of personnel under supervision Conduct and implement training as needed Provide assistance to the Stores Controller as necessary (e.g. material staging, stocktaking) Assume full control in the absence of the General Manager Ensure achievement of agreed KPIs for self and subordinatesMonitor performance through data collection and produce statistical reports as required

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