Plant Technical Manager (OEM)
RMG Recruitment
- Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- As the Plant Planning Manager at the Vehicle Manufacturing Plant in Coega, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the production planning processes.
- Your responsibilities will include developing strategic production plans, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring efficient utilization of resources to meet production targets.
- We are seeking a seasoned professional with a strong background in manufacturing planning, excellent analytical skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Develop and implement comprehensive production plans to meet manufacturing targets and customer demands.
- Collaborate with the production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure seamless execution of production schedules.
- Analyze production capacity and resource utilization to identify opportunities for optimization.
- Work closely with department heads to address capacity constraints and implement solutions.
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to understand market demand and incorporate forecasts into production planning.
- Adjust production plans based on real-time demand fluctuations.
- Oversee inventory levels to ensure alignment with production plans and minimize excess stock.
- Implement inventory control measures to reduce carrying costs while maintaining production efficiency.
- Liaise with various departments, including manufacturing, engineering, and quality assurance, to ensure effective communication and alignment with production plans.
- Foster a collaborative environment to streamline information flow and address potential bottlenecks.
- Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives in production planning processes.
- Proactively identify areas for improvement and implement best practices to enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in production planning and operations management within the automotive manufacturing industry.
- Proficient in production planning software and ERP systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.