My client is seeking a Die Maintenance Supervisor with automotive/ steel manufacturing industry experience to oversee and execute the installation, repair and maintenance of facilities, equipment and machines including Press machine to ensure a smooth and trouble-free running of machinery to increase production volume and meeting quality standards of products. The supervisor will organise, monitor, and supervise all maintenance.

Relevant National N6 Diploma.
Qualified Tool Jig Maker.
At least 5 years relevant experience in a Production Supervisory or similar role in Automotive Manufacturing or Manufacturing.
Toolmaking experience.

Technical Pre-requisite:

Understands manufacturing processes, including equipment operation, material handling, and production scheduling.
Familiar with safety protocols and regulatory requirements in a manufacturing environment, including knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and equipment operation licenses.
Proficient in generating and interpreting production reports, including tracking attendance, output, downtime, and other key performance metrics.
Competent in operating relevant machinery and equipment used in the Press production process.
Good understanding of equipment maintenance requirements and the ability to identify and report maintenance issues to the appropriate teams.
Understand the machine Die quality impact to production quality.
Employee and Industrial Relations knowledge.
Participate in projects where required.

Improves the efficiency of machines and equipment to ensure they can meet the production requirements.
Responsible for routine and preventative maintenance for plant facility, machinery, and equipment.
Responsible for the installation, modification and repairing of all machines and equipment.
Acts as technical advisor in maintenance activities.
Provides and performs preventative maintenance schedule of all machines including supporting with equipment internal audit arrangement to meet ISO standards and Quality system standards.
Designs, modifies and adapts machinery and equipment to increase production volumes and meet quality standards.
Report on Maintenance key performance metrics.
Accurate Budget control Die change estimations.
Spare parts management control.
Manages and ensures that projects stay on schedule.
Attends to all machine and equipment malfunctions and breakdowns and ensures downtime is minimised.
Develops, maintains, and ensures adherence to standard operating procedures.
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, customer service and cost savings.
Conduct on the job and machine training to enhance skills and competencies.
Ensures compliance with Health and Safety Standards and legislation.
Supervise employees, coordinate the scheduling of work tasks and ensures adherence to quality and safety standards.
Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Manage production resources, including equipment, materials, and manpower, to meet production goals.
Set daily / weekly monthly objective and communicate them to employees.