Machine Shop Manager

3 weeks ago


Epping, South Africa SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd Full time

Manage the operations of the Machine Shop on a daily basis
- Planning of day to day jobs for the Machine Shop
- Compile SOP’s for the Machine Shop
- Ensure that a high quality of work and safety standards are maintained
- Using computerized maintenance management system to plan, track and record daily tasks as well as raising new work requests
- Track manpower utilization and performance
- Ensure the service delivered is of high quality and according to drawing tolerances
- Coaching the Team with regards with technical support, planning of work, stores requirements, ordering of material and tools for the Machine Shop
- Monitor quality, accuracy and efficiency of teams work in terms of finished parts, tools or sub-assemblies
- Completing urgent/critical jobs as operational requirements demand
- Liaise with contractors and suppliers
- Program with Edgecam (Milling and Laths) and assist team with programming
- Program and setup Siemens CNC and assist team to do the same
- Manage team attendance and timekeeping
- Ensure that the machines preventive maintenance is performed and that all equipment is in a good and safe condition
- Quality control on drawings submitted
- Any other tasks or adhoc duties, as agreed with the Manager, suited to this level of leadership

**Qualifying Experience**:

- Minimum 5 years’ Management experience
- Minimum 10 years post trade test working experience in a manufacturing / production environment
- Relevant tertiary Qualification (N3 or higher)
- Relevant Trade Test Certificate
- Working knowledge of OHSA
- Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
- Good written, verbal and listening skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
- Valid Driver’s license and own reliable transport
- Be fully competent and able to program with Edgecam (Milling and Laths)
- Be fully competent and able to program with G-Codes
- Have expertise on material characteristics

**Qualifying Attributes**

Attention to detail and an analytical approach to troubleshooting

Ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment

Excellent team player - able to balance team and individual responsibilities

Ability to maintain professional working relations with diverse personalities

Hard-working and self-motivated

Time and priority management

Excellent communication skills on all levels

Logical and detail orientated

Excellent standards of execution

Clear leadership ability

Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential

Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity

Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills on all levels

**Reporting to**:Engineering Directors

**Job type**:Permanent position

**Benefits include**
- Provident fund
- Medical aid - hospital plan
- Life cover at 4x annual salary
- Funeral cover
- 15 x paid leave days per annum
- Long service leave after five years of employment

**Standard hours**

07h30-17h00: Monday - Thursday

07h30-16h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

**Salary**

We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Epping, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Are you located in Cape Town South Africa?

**Experience**:

- Management: 5 years (required)

License/Certification:

- Trade Test Certificate (required)
- Drivers license (required)


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