Manufacturing Manager

2 weeks ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa West Coast Personnel Full time
Published

  • February 7, 202
  • Location
  • Durban, South Africa
  • Category
  • Business
  • Job Type
  • Fulltime
  • Salary Type
  • Monthly Salary
  • Salary
  • Market Related

Description:

The company is a leading player in the chemical manufacturing industry, located in Durban. We are currently seeking a skilled Manufacturing Manager with expertise in chemicals to oversee our production operations.

This role offers a market-related salary and presents an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with a strong background in Production Management within the chemical sector.


Qualifications:

  • Degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering, or similar qualification is essential.
  • 710 years' proven track record of successful experience in Production Management role within a Chemical Industry.
  • Have a deep understanding of industrial & commercial chemicals
  • Strong knowledge of production concepts, including mechanical and basic electrical systems.
  • Ability to keep track of and report on activity.
  • Have experience in chemical production and planning maintenance operations.
  • Ability to develop and maintain Budgets and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.
  • Be highly aware of safety, health and hygiene stipulation and very cautious to reduce production downtime and errors.
  • A dynamic individual who can effectively balance strategic management with handson administrative responsibilities.
  • Understanding of manufacturing and procurement / supply chain processes.
  • Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making.
  • Understanding of ISO and other systems.
  • Attended to various production/quality audits.
  • Valid Driver's License and own reliable transport
  • Intermediate to advance Excel skills will be beneficial to this position.
  • Exposure to Syspro will be added advantageous.

Responsibilities:

  • Production Planning
  • Plan production and Forecast Raw Material holdings and purchase in accordance with sales divisions demands/needs.
  • Take responsibility for Toll manufacturing customer base, establishing pricing and offtakes directly with the client.
  • Ensure efficient management, coordination and recordkeeping of all production activities
- to meet quality and quantity standards.

  • Plan daily and weekly checks to ensure smooth operation of production.
  • Plan and arrange human capital in line with production needs at an optimum level of productivity.
  • Identify manufacturing improvement opportunities.


Production Management
  • Oversee daytoday manufacturing operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and production schedules.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance overall productivity and reduce costs.
  • Implement efficient production schedules and workflows.
  • Perform root cause analysis, incident reports and corrective actions resolve problems.
  • Manage maintenance contractors on site and ensure legal / safety compliance.
  • Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained.
  • Conduct routine audits / risk assessments of equipment and facilities and resolve issues.
  • Collaborate with department supervisors to address and resolve production challenges.
  • Set tasks and prioritise work across the team.
  • Ensure availability of necessary tools and equipment.
  • Purchasing and Finance Management
  • Oversee and Manage the Raw Material Procurement Function.
  • Negotiate prices and Terms with key raw material and or 3rd party suppliers.
  • Budget, forecast, control and optimise all production operational costs.
  • Overseeing equipment stock and placing orders for new supplies when necessary.
  • Forecasting, ordering, and price negotiation of spare parts inventory.
  • Responsible for full production and maintenance department budget function (CAPEX and OPEX) including preparation, forecasting, presentation, management, tracking and reporting.


Maintenance Management
  • Oversee and manage the Maintenance Department and the relevant staff.
  • Ensure Preventative Maintenance Programme / Schedules are implemented and maintained to reduce risk.
  • Maintains manufacturing assets and facility, parts & tools inventory, supplier quotations, monitoring purchase orders, invoice approvals.
  • Evaluating repair cost estimates against actual expenditure once repairs / improvements are complete.
  • Overseeing equipment stock and placing orders for new supplies when necessary.
  • Forecasting, ordering, and price negotiation of spare parts inventory.


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