What We Are Looking For
JOB OBJECTIVE(S): To lead and control daily production operations across the Autos, Press, and Plating sections to ensure:
Safe operations
On-time delivery
Required production volumes
Correct quality standards
Controlled costs The role is accountable for shift performance, people supervision, workflow stability, achieving production targets, and maintaining ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 compliance within the assigned area. Technical knowledge supports the role, but operational execution and team leadership are the primary focus. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Achieving production performance through
Executing the daily production plan
Meeting hourly, daily, and weekly output targets
Monitoring line performance and taking immediate corrective action
Identifying and removing bottlenecks
Balancing labour and equipment to maximise throughput
Driving recovery plans when targets are missed
Recording and reporting accurate production data
Ensuring correct staffing and shift coverage Ensuring that quality is in accordance with requirements
Producing components to specification first time
Enforcing compliance with the Quality Management System
Stopping defects at source
Investigating and correcting root causes of quality issues
Ensuring correct identification, labelling, and traceability
Managing rework and scrap reduction Ensuring that machines and equipment are suitably maintained
Ensuring operator care and basic maintenance is performed
Reporting breakdowns immediately
Coordinating with maintenance to minimise downtime
Supporting TPM and preventative maintenance activities Staff supervision and discipline
Leading, directing, and supervising operators and team members
Setting daily expectations and performance standards
Coaching, training, and developing employees
Managing attendance and absenteeism
Addressing misconduct and poor performance in line with company procedures
Ensuring skills coverage and cross-training Stock and system control
Ensuring ERP and production system accuracy
Controlling work orders and material flow
Managing WIP levels
Ensuring scrap and rejects are processed correctly
Supporting inventory accuracy Roll out of Lean manufacturing principles
Maintaining housekeeping standards
Implementing and sustaining 5S
Using visual management
Identifying and eliminating waste
Driving small daily improvements to productivity and cost Day-to-day responsibilities
Conduct shift start-up meetings
Allocate work and resources
Perform regular line walkabouts
Monitor output and downtime
Troubleshoot production issues on the floor
Liaise with Quality, Maintenance, and Planning
Report daily results and escalate risks early This is a hands-on shopfloor leadership role. Ensuring a safe working environment
Enforcing safe work procedures and PPE compliance
Complying with legal and company safety requirements
Acting on hazards and incidents immediately
Accepting responsibility for appointed safety duties
Promoting safe behaviours and accountability
What Qualifications You Should Have
PROCESS BASIC EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Formal schooling / qualification
Qualification in Operations Management, Production Management, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (essential) Experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in high volume manufacturing
Minimum 2 years' experience supervising production teams
Proven experience managing production targets, labour, and workflow Advantageous
Technical or trade qualification
Experience in press, plating, or automated manufacturing environments
What We Offer You
Remuneration:
Cost to company
Medical Aid
Provident Fund
CONTACT INFORMATION
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