Production Manager
2 weeks ago
**Key Objectives**:
- Directs and coordinates activities concerning the production of the company
- Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards, as well as cost controls
- Plans and directs production activities and establishes production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors
- Coordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment
- Consults with engineering personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products
**Inherent job requirements**:
- **Grade 12 / Matric is essential**:
- **Post-Matric Qualification (Relevant Diploma/Degree)**:
- **Min of 5 years of relevant working experience**:
- **In-depth knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles**:
- MS Office proficiency, particularly in MS Outlook, Word, and advanced Excel
**Behavioral dimensions required**:
- Insight_
- Has and gains insight into situations, problems, and processes
- Deconstructs problems and systematically investigates the various components
- Has a complete picture of the context and overview of the whole problem
- Influence_
- Uses appropriate interpersonal skills and techniques to gain acceptance for ideas or solutions
- Uses influencing strategies to gain genuine agreements
- Seeks to persuade rather than force solutions or impose decisions or regulations
- Decisive_
- Having or showing the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively
- Compassion _
- Genuinely cares about people. Is available and ready to help
- Demonstrates real empathy with the joys and pains of others
**Job description, KPA's & work standards**
- Planning and Organizing Structure_
- Organizing, resourcing, and management of the production operation
- Successfully execute production plan to meet manufacturing deliverables as well as customer requirements
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
- Ensure that all compliance requirements are met
- Staff Management_
- Directly lead, manage, and motivate staff in the Manufacturing Business unit and ensure that they have clear work plans and that performance management is integrated into day-to-day activities
- Performance management in accordance with capacity and capability plan.
- Identify training needs and initiate, mentor, monitor, and manage relevant programs
- Managing employee relationships to match company ethos
- Understand BCEA, LRA, Bargaining Council Main Agreement, as well as legal compliance requirements, policies, and procedures
- Understanding and managing all IR-related interventions within operations
- T&A system management and approvals
- Maintenance_
- Ensure the preventative maintenance and repairs scheduled of assets in production departments are adhered to
- Work with the Maintenance Manager to do major planned maintenance schedules
- Budgets_
- Assist and provide input into the preparation of the manufacturing business unit expense budget
- Plan, formulate, organize, control, and direct personnel and production activities, by removing process waste, to maximize outputs and improve efficiencies
- Follow up, escalate, and take necessary action if production outputs are not meeting expectations
- Propose any amendments to improve processes
- Ensure that product information and data are recorded timeously, efficiently, and accurately
- Champion all Lean improvement projects
- Quality Control_
- Ensuring delivery of quality products within standard requirements
- Establish an awareness of quality culture, i.e. "Doing it Right the First Time”
- Maintain and enforce quality procedures in the manufacturing plant and ensure quality control checks are completed as per standard
operating procedures
- Health & Safety_
- Conversant with OHSA, Company Emergency Plan, Environment, Safety, Drug and Alcohol policies, as well as all other related policies
- Ensure that the manufacturing personnel works safely in accordance with safe work procedures
- Oversee and ensure that high safety standards are always maintained.
- Involved in H&S site governance
**TO APPLY**:
- **Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.**:
- **_AJ Personnel is fully POPIA Compliant._**:
- **Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.**:
- **Note our clients may expire jobs at their own discretion.**:
-
Maintenance Manager
17 hours ago
Johannesburg, South Africa XP Production Full timeWe're needing a Maintenance Manager/ Handyman for an inflatable and obstacle course in a family entertainment park. Requirements: be hands on, have a valid drivers license, have experience, be able to oversee maintenance, up keep with equipment, be able to paint. Must be JHB based. **Job Type**: Permanent
-
Product Manager
5 days ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Tier 1 Full timeoverview An organisation in Gaming/ Consumer Electronics for a Product Manager who is going to be responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the Product Lifecycle, including gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, defining the product vision, and working closely with engineering (Factory), sales, marketing, and...
-
Product Manager
5 days ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Tier 1 Consultants Full timeoverview An organisation in Gaming/ Consumer Electronics for a Product Manager who is going to be responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the Product Lifecycle, including gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, defining the product vision, and working closely with engineering (Factory), sales, marketing, and...
-
Production Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa JSConsult (Pty) Ltd Full time**Qualifications** - Relevant Qualification: Production Management or Trade  **Experience/Criteria** - Excellent communication, numeracy, and computer literacy skills. - Good people management skills and management of staff. - Identifying problems and implement preventative strategies to minimise risk. - Being able to develop good working relationships...
-
Production Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Engineered Sourcing Full time**Responsibilities include**: - Manage all the activities within production process, including maintenance, repairs and people - Ensure that the production facility meets health and safety regulations - Lead the implementation of the ISO9001 standard and ensure the accreditation is maintained - Define and execute annual production plan - Provide input into...
-
Product Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Four Point 0 Full timeProduct Manager - 2024-01-11 - 2024-02-10 - Permanent - JHB000016 - Engineering and Technical- Gauteng, JHB - Northern Suburbs - R840 000 Annually Cost To Company- Industrial automation company looking for a Product Manager with experience in Motor Drives, Drives and Motors to join their team. **As a member of the Product Marketing team, specialising in...
-
Product Manager
1 month ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Freedom Won (Pty) Ltd Full timeThe **Product Manager** will be responsible to manage from the forecast, supply chain, promotion, support, and finally, product end of life. Delivers the operating plan: achieving growth objectives, revenue, profit, and return on investment for all business channels and key customers. Responsible for managing and implementing market activities through...
-
Product Manager
1 week ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Freedom Won (Pty) Ltd Full timeThe **Production Manager** will be responsible to manage from the forecast, supply chain, promotion, support, and finally, product end of life. Delivers the operating plan: achieving growth objectives, revenue, profit, and return on investment for all business channels and key customers. Responsible for managing and implementing market activities through...
-
Production Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Freedom Won (Pty) Ltd Full timeAs a **production Manager **your responsibility is to oversee the production process within the company and to ensure that production lines run without any problems and minimum downtime. You will work together with supervisors and senior management to ensure that products are manufactured to a certain quality standard and adheres to other...
-
Production Manager
2 days ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Job Crystal Full timeSpecification: A leading steel service center is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Manager to oversee their operations. **Requirements**: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Production Management, or a related field - Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production management role within the metal/steel...
-
Product Manager
1 month ago
Johannesburg, South Africa FirstRand Full timeJob Description To manage product planning and execution throughout the product lifecycle by gathering and prioritising product and customer requirements. The main product focus areas are Traditional and Structured Trade Finance, Supply Chain Finance (including invoice discounting), and Escrow Agreements. - Provide input into the budget and manage and...
-
Product Manager
1 month ago
Johannesburg, South Africa People Source Full timeStrategic thinker passionate about safety in the mining sector. Product Manager with a proven track record in product management and a deep understanding of the mining industry. As a Product Manager, you will oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept to market release and beyond. You will be responsible for developing the strategy for collision...
-
Product Manager
3 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa People Source Full timeStrategic thinker passionate about safety in the mining sector. Product Manager with a proven track record in product management and a deep understanding of the mining industry. As a Product Manager, you will oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept to market release and beyond. You will be responsible for developing the strategy for collision...
-
Production Manager
1 month ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Pollock and Associates Full timeProduction Manager Engineering ~ Manufacturing Johannesburg East, Johannesburg - Gauteng - South Africa Seeking a suitabally qualified and experienced Production Manager to coordinate activites concerning production, confer with management to establish production and quality control standards as well as cost control. JOB REQUIREMENTS Grade 12 / Matric is...
-
Production Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Bluevolt Full timeBlue Volt Energy (Pty) Ltd 245 Albert Amon Road, Meadowdale Johannesburg, 1614 Bluevolt Production Manager Role Are you ready to be a part of the energy revolution? Bluevolt is on the hunt for a fearless, innovative Production Manager to drive the next generation of lithium-ion battery and power system production. As a key player in our team, you'll be at...
-
Production Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa IntelliStaff Full time**Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited to)**: - Manage and prioritize the production of high quality packaging consistently through improvement and innovation. - Ensure delivery of sustainable cost effective, fit for purpose, packaging - Improve speed of service delivery avoiding production errors or loss. - Ensure production lines run smoothly with...
-
Production Manager
1 week ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Trading Places Recruitment Full timeOur clients specialize in manufacturing and is looking for an experienced production manager to start immediately. Be available immediately and reside in or near City Deep, Johannesburg. 5 Years' experience as a Production Manager in the manufacturing and distribution of electrical products will be advantageous.
-
Product Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Pollock and Associates Full timeProduct Manager Education ~ ICT Johannesburg North, Johannesburg - Gauteng - South Africa Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in the education sector? Join our client's team and lead the way in shaping the future of our new products. If you are a strategic thinker, have a passion for education, and possess the qualifications and experience...
-
Production Manager
1 day ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Dr. Oetker South Africa (Pty) Ltd Full timeThe Production Manager leads and manages all assigned production operations, responsible for safety, quality, planning, productivity, people management, cost management and continuous improvement for all production operations. This position serves as strategic leader, coach, and driver of Dr Oetker’s strategic initiatives in the plant. The Production...
-
Production Manager
4 weeks ago
Johannesburg, South Africa Microtronix South Africa Full timeThis role is ultimately responsible to organize and oversee the manufacturing of all products in the factory. **Responsibilities of the job include**: - Customer liaison. - Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements. - Organize workflow to meet specifications and deadlines. - Monitor production to resolve any bottle...
