- Johannesburg
- Salary: (Negotiable)
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: General
- Reference: 79893
Vacancy Details
Employer: Unique Personnel
Department: Production
Shift: Day and Night
Brief Description of Key Performance Areas:
Lead by example, demonstrating the company's values and promoting a positive, productive team culture.
Manage and supervise the production team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output.
Handle HR-related challenges as and when required (Leave planning, queries etc).
Ensure the daily planned schedule and productivity targets are met.
Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement and implement changes to optimize efficiency, productivity, and quality.
Monitor and optimize production workflows to minimize waste, reduce downtime, and maximize output
Identify and address bottlenecks or constraints in the production process
Execute and maintain quality control processes to ensure products meet company's quality standards.
Collaborate with the technical team to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
Improve efficiency and cost control.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes, reduce waste, and improve customer satisfaction.
Analyse production data and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor 5’s in the department and keep machinery/equipment clean.
Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency in production processes
Communicate effectively with production staff, other departments, and management to ensure seamless workflow and resolve any issues that may arise.
Be involved in production planning to meet customer deadlines and expectations.
Ensure that all tasks are executed in a safe manner with due regard for company’s policies and procedures, regulations specific to the use of equipment and products and regulations prescribed by the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Report unsafe acts / working conditions / injury on duty to the supervisor immediately
Shift: Day and Night
Brief Description of Key Performance Areas:
Lead by example, demonstrating the company's values and promoting a positive, productive team culture.
Manage and supervise the production team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output.
Handle HR-related challenges as and when required (Leave planning, queries etc).
Ensure the daily planned schedule and productivity targets are met.
Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement and implement changes to optimize efficiency, productivity, and quality.
Monitor and optimize production workflows to minimize waste, reduce downtime, and maximize output
Identify and address bottlenecks or constraints in the production process
Execute and maintain quality control processes to ensure products meet company's quality standards.
Collaborate with the technical team to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
Improve efficiency and cost control.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes, reduce waste, and improve customer satisfaction.
Analyse production data and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor 5’s in the department and keep machinery/equipment clean.
Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency in production processes
Communicate effectively with production staff, other departments, and management to ensure seamless workflow and resolve any issues that may arise.
Be involved in production planning to meet customer deadlines and expectations.
Ensure that all tasks are executed in a safe manner with due regard for company’s policies and procedures, regulations specific to the use of equipment and products and regulations prescribed by the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Report unsafe acts / working conditions / injury on duty to the supervisor immediately
Candidate Requirements
Minimum Skills and Knowledge required:National Diploma or Degree in Operations Management, Production Management or equivalent.
Leadership and management training or certification i.e. supervisory or junior management courses is essential.
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
3 - 5 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, promotional products industry.
Proven leadership and management experience
Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, and productivity management principles.
Communication skills
Behavioural Dimensions Required:
Leadership and people management
Accountability and ownership
Attention to detail
Conflict resolution and interpersonal sensitivity
Decision-making under pressure
Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Coaching and mentoring
Continuous improvement mindset
Results orientated.
Time management
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