Mining Manufacturing Plant Planner

6 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Network Contracting Full time
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain production schedules for the manufacturing of winders, winches, and conveyors.
  • Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and production teams to ensure material availability and workflow efficiency.
  • Monitor and track production progress, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions.
  • Optimize plant capacity utilization while minimizing bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
  • Implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles to enhance production efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in the manufacturing plant.
  • Maintain accurate planning documentation, including BOMs (Bill of Materials), work orders, and capacity reports.
  • Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule preventive maintenance and reduce unplanned downtime.
  • Analyze production data and KPIs, making recommendations for process improvements.
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of components and finished products.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in production planning within a mining or heavy engineering manufacturing environment.
  • Technical Knowledge:
    • Expertise in manufacturing winders, winches, and conveyors.
    • Strong understanding of engineering drawings, machining, fabrication, and assembly processes.
    • Experience with MRP/ERP systems for production planning and inventory control.
  • Skills:
    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Strong communication and coordination abilities.
    • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
    • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Other Requirements:
    • Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
    • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
    • Valid drivers license and ability to travel if required.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Certification in Production & Inventory Management (APICS/CPIM) or similar.
    • Experience in Microsoft Project, SAP, or other planning tools.
    • Exposure to heavy machinery maintenance and reliability planning.

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