Manufacturing production manager

Job Position: Manufacturing Operations Manager Ref: 3640 Location: Port Elizabeth Salary: R45 000 to R55 000 per month CTC commensurate with experience and qualification Qualifications / Requirements • Degree / Diploma in Production Management / Engineering • Sound knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) • Sound understanding of quality standards • Minimum of 8 year’s experience in an automotive manufacturing environment of which 5 years need to be in a supervisory role (stable work record) which include Operations • Strong communication skills and professional disposition • Impeccable work ethics and integrity • Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and drive, teams Key Performance Areas: • Handling of all round operations • Customer negotiations, presentations and visits • Handling of key customers • Managing of staff (operationally) • Daily production: o Run daily production meetings o Ensure daily production reports are completed and handed in o Analyse any deviations to planned versus actual production numbers o Create plan to rectify any deviations from planned production numbers o Daily resource plan for absenteeism deviations for production staff o Ensure production plan is aligned to available stock and make changes accordingly, ensure sales are aware of changes o Decide on when over time is required to meet production targets o Ensure returns are checked and findings reported to senior management o Intra-day updates to sales on production status • Plant maintenance: o Ensure maintenance on plant and equipment is completed in accordance to maintenance schedule o Tools usage report • Personnel: o Decide on the number of factory staff needed based on production targets using time study information from IE Department o Weekly meetings with staff to inform and motivate o Update and maintain the manufacturing performance board o Quality, Health and Safety • Health and safety: o Ensure health and safety procedures and protocols are followed throughout the company • Quality manual: o Ensure the manual is up to date and matches the quality procedures within production • Corrective action reports: o Manage the opening and closing of any corrective action reports created by the quality department • Facility management: o Ensure internal housekeeping is maintained in the plant and adheres to the quality manual o Ensure internal and external aspects of the facility are in working order (security, tanks, windows, leaks) and take necessary action • Induction training: o Ensure correct induction training is done Industrial Engineering • Production: o Ensure all production processes are up to date o Create and present production improvement concepts for management for both factory expansion and efficiency improvement. • Layouts: o Manage implementation of any new processes and procedures o Ensure factory Layouts are up to date • Equipment: o Provide motivations for new equipment purchases o Ensure maintenance schedule is update and relevant Salary: R45000 to 50000 Job Reference #: Manufacturing Operations Manager

Production Manager – Food Manufacturing (FMCG) We’re looking to appoint a hands-on and proactive Production Manager in a growing Food Manufacturing company based in Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will require to meet the following: Requirements: Applicable Tertiary Qualification in Production Management or / BTech (Engineering) or BSc Engineering or similar. Minimum of 7 years of similar management experience in the production of Food or Pharma or other quality regulated industry environment. Excellent management and leadership skills. Self-motivated and able to work independently. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills. Quality and compliance-focused. Ability to interact professionally with multiple departments to effectively meet customer requirements. Planning and Organisational Skills. Good understanding of Kaizen and lean manufacturing principles. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to coach and mentor subordinates. Ability to handle disciplinary matters. Report writing skills. Proficiency in MS Office applications and understanding of MRP’s. Ability to handle multiple tasks. Willingness to work long hours as required. Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members Responsibilities: Daily production planning, monitoring and meeting customer targets. Oversee the production process at the plant. Maintain and build integrated working relationships with all departments. Managing production staff and relevant human resources matter to ensure operational effectiveness. Continue to build a collaborative and positive workplace for all. Other applicable tasks within the scope of the role. Ensure adherence to quality control standards, food safety requirements (FSSC). Stock management and efficient utilisation of resources. Manage department personal hygiene code of conduct. Ensure compliance with national standards and legislation. Oversee departmental administration and record keeping. Investigate and address complaints. Manage and evaluate machine resources to ensure productivity and minimum downtown. Ensure that products are produced on time, at the required company quality standards, cost effectively and meeting customer requirements. Analyse budgets and continuously control production costs. Identify training needs and ensure that proper training is provided for all production staff. Develop employees to meet the future requirements of the company. Promote continuous improvements within the production function. Please send CV to info@naxosbaking.co.za

PRODUCTION MANAGER (PHARMACEUTICALS) - STELLENBOSCH - SALARY NEGOTIABLE We are looking for a Factory Production Manager to fill a position which has become available. The successful candidate is somebody who has had proven experience co-ordinating the following: - formulating - packaging of liquids, solids, lotions and gels. - product testing and retention samples. - with factory pharmacists regarding quality control. - packaging and warehouse stocks plus packaging inventory receiving. - accounts regarding invoicing and waybills. - freight and shipping. The remuneration package is negotiable depending on experience and the position is only available to candidates who have a comprehensive CV with the above duties listed. Email your CV to tanya@wcp.co.za Responsibility:..... Salary: Rmarket related Job Reference #: TEAD0119 Consultant Name: Tanya Elario

Victoria + Albert is looking for a dynamic, practical individual with excellent people management skills who believes that disciplined and organized systems ensure results. The production manager will supervise and manage workforce and processes to ensure that all manufacturing and packaging operations run smoothly. The Successful candidate will report to the Factory manager. RESPONSIBILITIES You should also be able to enforce compliance with health and safety regulations to prevent accidents and injuries. To be successful as a production manager, you should demonstrate outstanding problem-solving skills and resolve any issues that may derail production. Ultimately, a top-performing manager should have exceptional communication, management, and leadership skills to ensure that factory operations run smoothly. • Plan and manage production schedules to met targets • Developing and implementing innovative strategies to streamline factory operations. • Collaborating with quality control managers to establish and execute quality control processes. • Ensuring that factory machinery is in good working order. • Analyzing production data to identify and resolve any production issues. • Manage and Motivating factory workers and management to continually achieve factory targets. REQUIREMENTS: • Grade 12 • Certification or proven experience in production and management • Excellent communication skills • Bilingual in Afrikaans and English • Self motivated; results and quality driven • Ability to train, manage and discipline employees. • Ability to crisis management • Technical knowledge and aptitude • Outstanding time management skills. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong management and leadership skills. • Effective communication skills. Annual package - R325 000 - R450 000 depending on experience.

Job Position: Production Manager Location: Port Elizabeth Salary: R50 000 to R70 000 per month TCTC Email your updated CV to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.za Qualifications / Requirements: • Manage all core functions of the operations and ensure the plant runs effectively and efficiently to produce quality products, which meet specified quality standards and specifications and ensure timeous delivery thereof • Fully responsible for all production, maintenance and associated quality control within the factory • Provide general management for all functions of the plant, namely: - Production output and efficiency - Staff absenteeism, performance and management - Quality standards - Cost control - Maintenance of site and machinery - Stock / inventory control - Warehouse • Hold meetings with key role players and handling of presentations • Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) • Production output and efficiency: - Ensure production targets are defined and achieved - Ensure all machines are running and producing correctly - Maintain a strong contingency plan towards all events which may pose a risk / threat • Quality standards / control: - Ensure the process delivers a good level of quality results - Ensure that a suitable SHEQ systems is established and maintained - Ensure work instructions are in place and Operators are trained • Cost control: - Ensure costs against budget are monitored - Apply an ongoing focus towards potential cost saving iniative • Maintenance of site and machinery: - Ensure the site and all plant, machinery and equipment are maintained to a good level of performance and reliability - Ensure all key items are maintained - Place orders for parts and accessories when required - Follow up to ensure breakdowns were attended to timeously, with attention to the nature of the fault and time taken to solve the issue - Consult with Maintenance Department towards pro-actively solving repeated machinery and equipment failures • Stock / inventory control: - Ensure adherence of all stock control procedures within factory - Ensure stock counting is performed, with actions / counter measures taken for any issues encountered - Ensure timeous ordering and delivery of all spare parts, consumables and services Responsibility: Email your updated CV to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.za Qualifications / Requirements: • Manage all core functions of the operations and ensure the plant runs effectively and efficiently to produce quality products, which meet specified quality standards and specifications and ensure timeous delivery thereof • Fully responsible for all production, maintenance and associated quality control within the factory • Provide general management for all functions of the plant, namely: - Production output and efficiency - Staff absenteeism, performance and management - Quality standards - Cost control - Maintenance of site and machinery - Stock / inventory control - Warehouse • Hold meetings with key role players and handling of presentations • Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) • Production output and efficiency: - Ensure production targets are defined and achieved - Ensure all machines are running and producing correctly - Maintain a strong contingency plan towards all events which may pose a risk / threat • Quality standards / control: - Ensure the process delivers a good level of quality results - Ensure that a suitable SHEQ systems is established and maintained - Ensure work instructions are in place and Operators are trained • Cost control: - Ensure costs against budget are monitored - Apply an ongoing focus towards potential cost saving iniative • Maintenance of site and machinery: - Ensure the site and all plant, machinery and equipment are maintained to a good level of performance and reliability - Ensure all key items are maintained - Place orders for parts and accessories when required - Follow up to ensure breakdowns were attended to timeously, with attention to the nature of the fault and time taken to solve the issue - Consult with Maintenance Department towards pro-actively solving repeated machinery and equipment failures • Stock / inventory control: - Ensure adherence of all stock control procedures within factory - Ensure stock counting is performed, with actions / counter measures taken for any issues encountered - Ensure timeous ordering and delivery of all spare parts, consumables and services Salary: R50000 to 70000 Job Reference #: Production Manager

Meat Processing plant seeks an experienced Production Manager to ensure that the daily production targets are achieved, that recipes are followed, and waste control is limited. Conduct physical stock counts and monitor stock levels and manage staff effectively. A minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Production Manager in a meat factory with a working knowledge of meat recipes, including sausage, burgers, etc. Knowledge of the production process and requirements in order to produce a good quality product and compliance with food safety standards. Manage and delegate work to staff and be able to work under pressure. Own transport essential. Email your CV to anthonyjobs@wcp.co.za Responsibility:... Salary: RRNeg Job Reference #: AK-ProdMgr Consultant Name: West Coast Personnel

A Meat Processing plant in Paarl has a position available for a Production Manager Skills required: -Minimum of 4 years experience as a production manager in a meat factory -Knowledge of meat recipes, including sausage, burgers, etc -Knowledge of the production process and requirements in order to produce a good quality product -Knowledge and compliance with food safety standards. -Manage and delegate work to staff -Be able to work under pressure -Own transport essential Job Entails: -Ensuring that the daily production targets are achieved -Ensuring that Recipes are followed and waste control is limited -Conduct physical stock counts and monitor stock levels -Manage staff effectively Should you meet with the above criteria, send a one page motivation letter with your CV.

A Meat Processing plant in Paarl has a position immediately available for a Production Manager. Skills Required: Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Production Manager in a meat factory Knowledge of meat recipes, including sausage, burgers, etc. Knowledge of the production process and requirements in order to produce a good quality product Knowledge and compliance with food safety standards Manage and delegate work to staff Be able to work under pressure Own transport essential Job Entails: Ensuring that the daily production targets are achieved Ensuring that recipes are followed, and waste control is limited Conduct physical stock counts and monitor stock levels Manage staff effectively Email your CV to anthonyjobs@wcp.co.za Responsibility:... Salary: RRNeg Job Reference #: AK-PMAN Consultant Name: West Coast Personnel

We are hiring!! Looking for a Production Manager. Livetrack SA manufacture and distribute quality equipment that enables and supports data driven management choices. We focus on handling, weighing and identification solutions supported by portable software options to help modern livestock farmers know what they've got. Requirements SA Citizen Valid drivers license Experienced in a senior position within an operations / fabrications / production environment Previous experience in leading a Workshop team and a strong understanding of fabrication processes Excellent communication skills, written and verbal in Afrikaans or English Leadership skills and a team player Location is in Stellenbosch, WC

Production managers ensure that manufacturing processes run reliably and efficiently. Responsibilities of the job include:

ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER – WOOD MANUFACTURING (PORT ELIZABETH). My client within the wood manufacturing industry requires an experienced & reliable Assistant Production Manager to join their dynamic team based in Markman Township, Port Elizabeth. MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: · Matric · Tertiary Qualification (advantageous) · Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a previous / similar role · Minimum of 5 years’ experience with production of raw products (wood) · Highly experienced in the manufacturing / production of high-volume end products · Previous experience within wood manufacturing environment (advantageous) · Must be able to supervise, schedule & manage a team · Must have solid work history with contactable references · Must be reliable and hard working & willing to work overtime if required · Valid driver’s licence (no endorsements) · Own reliable vehicle / arranged transport · Must be available immediately (no notice applicable) Candidates are invited to submit their applications by 15 NOVEMBER 2021. KINDLY NOTE: No response to your application within 5 days indicates an unsuccessful application. Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted directly. Applicants are requested to submit the following: lAn updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae in MS Word format listing all listed duties lHead and shoulders photograph (front facing) lSupporting documents (copies) of your qualifications and training certifications Including ID, Driver’s licence, Matric/NQF qualification, letters of recommendationlDirect Contactable References by GM or HOD Manager, Human Resources Manager or Departmental Manager To apply submit the abovementioned documents to shireen@divergentrecruit.co.za

Company in Brits is looking for a person who has experience in woodworking / Carpenter of at least 20-30 years and who can also operate a plant and identity machine issues. Salary is negotiable. Please note that it will be expected of you to repair machines and operate the manufacturing of products. Please whatsapp or email cv to 062 946 6527 / britsfurniture3@gmail.com

Junior Production Manager – Worcester - R25,000 - R35,000 Per month CTC Looking for a hand on mechanical engineer who will be ensure the smooth-running & quality of the department/ production/manufacturing. (Training Provided) Qualifications & Requirements: • National Diploma Mechanical Engineering • 2 + years’ experience in a Production & Manufacturing Environment • Understanding of technical designs, drawings, and materials • Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English • Key Performances: • Motivate and supervise teams. • Ensure that your departmental skills matrix is updated and ensure continuous improvement. • Contribute to a safe work environment by complying with company occupational health and • safety system. • Adhere to the production systems at all times. • Ensure goods and products are produced efficiently, of the right quality, quantity and cost. • Maintain a high level of product quality with internal (ISO) and customer’s expectation and • requirements. • Review feedback reports from QC. • Quick response on any issues arising from quality reports. • Manage attendance, overtime, discipline, employee performance, parts and stock Email your CV to clint@wcp.co.za Responsibility:.... Salary: RR25,000 - R35,000 Per month CTC Job Reference #: CWAD0730-Production Consultant Name: West Coast Personnel

Our client, a leader in the automotive sector, seeks to employ a Manufacturing Production Technician to join their Production department. Position based in Uitenhage/Kariega. Duties: Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, staff requirements and production standards. Coordinate quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximise product reliability and minimise costs. Confer with vendors, staff and management personnel regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities and project status. Draft and design layout of equipment, materials and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency. Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures and activities. Communicate with management and user personnel to develop production and design standards. Estimate production costs and effect of product design changes for management review, action and control. Study operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organisation charts and project information to determine worker functions and responsibility. Evaluate precision and accuracy of production and testing equipment and engineering drawings to formulate corrective action plan. Analyse statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product. Develop manufacturing methods, labour utilisation of standards and cost analysis systems to promote efficient staff and facility utilisation. Recommend methods for improving utilisation of personnel, material and utilities. Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and promote efficient utilisation. Complete production reports, purchase requisitions and material, tool and equipment list. Lead and coach an analytical approach to problem solving. Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe working conditions or violations of procedures or safety rules. Manage and lead team members, programmers when required/assigned.  Requirements: Industrial/Mechanical Engineering diploma At least 2 years' automotive industrial engineering experience Must have experience in mechanical installation and maintenance work on plant electrical systems and equipment Broad knowledge of controls and mechanisms Proficient in troubleshooting, design and optimisation of systems Proficient in work combinations table Job Reference #: PE004381/CT

Hands on clay brick factory production manager. Must be able to work unsupervised. Minimum 5 years relevant clay brick manufacturing experience. Position available in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Benefits include medical aid & provident fund.