- Cape Town
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Manufacturing Retail
- Reference: 105734
Vacancy Details
Employer: Weylandts Furniture Cape Town (Pty) Ltd
As the Production Manager, you will lead a team of staff, ensuring the seamless execution of daily operations to deliver high-quality products that meet customer requirements.
This position will be based in Epping, Cape Town.
Key Accountabilities:
- Production
Manage production process to achieve targets most efficiently and cost-effectively. This includes optimizing production processes, reducing waste, and minimizing downtime. Set goals, objectives, and standards of measurement for the factory. Meet delivery dates (OTIF) and communicate with planning.
- Quality Control
Ensuring that the products manufactured meet the required quality standards. Monitor and maintain quality control measures throughout the production process. Address and resolve any quality issues promptly.
- Plant
Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the factory. This includes managing inventory, scheduling maintenance and repairs, and ensuring that all equipment is functioning optimally.
- Staff Management
Managing and leading the team of employees in the factory. Ensure that staff is trained, motivated, and working efficiently. Provide regular feedback and coaching to ensure teams are working effectively. Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and high performance.
- Health and Safety
Responsible for implementing and maintaining safety protocols and procedures, conducting safety audits, and ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.
- General
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including senior management, customers, suppliers, other departments, Bargaining Council and Trade Union. Report on the factory's progress, achievements, challenges, and opportunities.
Qualifications & Experience Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Relevant Diploma/ Degree in Engineering or Production/Operations Management would be advantageous
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment of which a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a management role
Functional Requirements:
- Sound experience understanding the production process and function and applying continuous improvement processes.
- Unwavering focus on delivering results and problem-solving.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Strong people management and leadership skills.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
Working Conditions:
- This is a full-time position which entails a minimum of 40 hours per week.
- The Production Manager works in a fast-paced environment that requires considerable multitasking.
- Shift work may be necessary due to operational requirements.
- Own transport & valid driver’s license.
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