Production Manager

INTRODUCTION:

Komatsu South Africa has an amazing opportunity in the Remanufacturing Division at our Germiston branch, for a Manager: Reman Production that provides expert technical advice internally and to customers, in support of Komatsu Mining Products. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 6 years working experience within a manufacturing/ Engineering or mining environment within Production and 3 years supervisory experience (an advantage), a Mechanical Engineering Degree plus experience of Komatsu products/heavy earth moving equipment in a mining environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical Engineering Degree (if B.Tech – 10 years' experience)
• An additional management diploma an advantage

EXPERIENCE:

• 6 – 10 years' experience in manufacturing/engineering/mining environment within Production.
• 3 years of supervisory experience- managing a team of people directly.
• Sound technical track record
• Business Experience focus, rather than pure technical
• High computer literacy

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• SAP - Advanced.
• MS Excel - Intermediate - Advanced.
• Microsoft Word Basic
• Valid Driver's license
• ISO 9001/2008
• Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Labour relations act/Conditions of employment Act
• Understanding of the SEIFSA Agreements

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:

• Plans and maintains the production schedule
• Manages staff productivity and output of the remanufacturing division
• Drives a strong continuous improvement program in the production environment
• Collaborates and communicates effectively and constructively with all stakeholders both internal and external
• Focus on customer liaison, provides technical expertise and advise to all stakeholders both internal and external
• Plans, maintains and reports on the the production budget
• Participate in the planning session of the departmental section budget
• Implements and manages budget for the department
• Checks and controls/expense against approved operating budget
• Prepares and submits deviations from department's budget plans
• Responds to audit queries regarding financial transactions
• Submits staff S&T and overtime/expense claims for approval
• Develop/maintain report cost contain/management
• Makes recommendations for Corporate Governance related controls and standards, and procedures
• Provides validated information for inclusion in statutory and other reports
• Reports any deviations from acceptable norms, approved procedures and practices
• Drafts Terms of Reference/Specification documents
• Liaises with key stakeholders/service providers and suppliers
• Manages ethical supplier relationships
• Documents changes & renewals of contracts
• Informs subordinate staff of contractual details/terms/policies & procedures
• Resolves contractual compliance issues/problems
• Monitors supplier risk
• Monitors contractual compliance
• Reports on issues/problems and concerns

In accordance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) of 1998, Komatsu is committed to the principles of employment equity and fair labor practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other ground prohibited by law. We may consider designated groups as per the EEA in our selection process to ensure a diverse and representative workforce, but all applications will be assessed based on qualifications and merit.

Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks

Only online applications will be considered

It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their line manager about their application for another position

Komatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person