Factory Manager

1 week ago

Western Cape, South Africa The Foschini Group Full time

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Production Management**
- Lead production processes to achieve high efficiency and productivity.
- Implement and monitor production schedules to align with quality and customer demands.
- Manage workflow and optimize factory resources to minimize waste and improve output.
- **Financial Management**
- Develop and manage the factory’s budget, focusing on cost reduction and optimal resource utilization.
- Track production costs, labor expenses, and inventory levels to maintain cost-effective operations.
- **Leadership and Culture**
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Implement employee training and development programs to enhance skills and efficiency.
- Ensure alignment with organizational goals and support performance improvement.
- Ensure the coaching and development of Production Managers and supervisors.
- **Profitability**
- Maximize production output while minimizing costs to enhance profitability.
- Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings in labor, materials, and overhead.
- Analyze data to address inefficiencies and improve profit margins.
- **Teamwork and Self-Management**
- Foster a positive, collaborative work environment focused on teamwork and effective communication.
- Set clear goals for the team, ensuring alignment with production targets and individual accountability.

Maintain high standards for self-management, organization, and adherence to deadlines.

**Qualification and Experience**:

- Education: Minimum Grade 12; a Degree in Production Management is advantageous.
- Technical Skills:

- Advanced Excel proficiency for report writing.
- Knowledge of CNC machinery.
- Familiarity with Syspro software.
- Manufacturing Experience: 10 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within furniture manufacturing.Specialized Knowledge: Line balancing and standard minute recoveries.

**Skills**:

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective people management.
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills for seamless operation oversight.
- Project management skills with proven leadership capabilities.Advanced problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach to challenges.

**Preference will be given to employees from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, No. 55 of 1998 (And any amendments thereto).
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