To supervise, organise, control and lead the safe execution of all activities in the plant production processes and to ensure the achievement of production and quality targets in accordance with production plans. Reporting to: Production Manager
Minimum Requirements:
Matric/ Grade 12 with Maths & Science as subjects
National Diploma or Degree in Production Management
2+ years’ supervisory experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment
Main Responsibilities:Production Planning:
Schedule and monitor Production activities
Schedule and arrange changeovers according to the Production Plan (change-over sequence, tool changes, cutting knives, water jet nests etc.)
Production Management:
Maintain manufacturing /production efficiencies
Ensures correct start up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift
Balance the production lines (manning levels)
Supervise the work units to achieve work unit objectives
Monitor the achievement of daily production targets
Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performance
Set up ancillary process equipment for the manufacturing operations
Prepare, set and adjust manufacturing and production machine conditions to produce quality finished product
FIRST- OFF Production parts monitored in conjunction with the Quality Assurance dept.
Control the manufacturing/production process
Adjust and maintain production process and machinery
Take corrective action where necessary
Responsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilises previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality/control department and process engineering to resolve problems. This is to ensure low rates of repairs and rejects are achieved
Responsible for displaying the latest level of work instruction sheets
Ensures correct manning level for the production output required
Complies with all statutory requirements
Ensures that all hand tools are in good working condition
Raw Materials:
Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support production
Supervises the monthly stock take and ensures that records are correctly entered
Count stock for a Stock Take integrity check (check product condition during the count)
Material Handling:
Handle and care for materials
Identify and process waste
Report material issues/concerns
Maintenance:
Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functioning
Monitor maintenance or manufacturing equipment, tooling and services
Inform responsible person of equipment/tooling breakdown and complete Job Card, if applicable
Prepare for mould changes as required by the production plan. Complete mould change paperwork
Performs minor machine repairs to reduce machine downtime
Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities for improvements
Apply continuous improvement principles – e.g. kaizen
People Management:
Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
Ensure discipline is maintained in the department – manage absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.
Resolve grievances & disputes
Plans and provides for on the job training and multi-skilling of production teams on a continuous basis. Motivates production operators continuously of correct work practices and provides on the job training of new production operators
Attends all meetings and training courses as requested. Ensures all subordinates attend required training courses, especially those in respect of quality and safety
Responsible to ensure that Payroll SACO hours submissions are done in time for Payroll Processing
Ensure SACO clockings & exceptions are processed timeously for payroll processing
Ensure any issues/concerns with the SACO time & attendance system is reported to the payroll department immediately
Manage Production overtime schedules to ensure compliance with MIBCO Main Agreement
Report any overtime exemptions (more than 10 hours per week) to the HR Department immediately
SHE:
Ensures safe working conditions and the application of safe working practices in all areas of the department. Reports any unsafe equipment, working conditions and practices to the Production Manager.
Ensure machines and production areas are always kept clean and tidy in accordance with 5S good housekeeping principles.
Ensures that all safe working procedures are always adhered to by subordinates. Also endures protective clothing, shoes and glasses are always worn correctly and in designated areas. Ensures that all safety devices on the plant are operating correctly, including lock out tag out.
