We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production / Engineering Manager to join our dynamic team in Durban . Job Purpose: To organize and oversee the manufacturing of goods, ensure smooth running of all production and the quality of output to meet customer requirements. Direct and manage plant operations for production. Coordinate plant activities with other functional heads to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner. Implement cost effective systems to control operating expenditures, manpower, overtime and ensure healthy industrial relations at shop floor To improve profitability by yield improvement, energy conservation, process time cycle reduction. Person will be responsible for driving 5S, and continuous improvement projects. Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production as per quality standards. Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace, or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary. Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives. Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel. Will be responsible for on time delivery of product at optimal cost and pre-defined quality. Maintain safe practices, implement QMS, EMS and OHSAS at factory. To ensure the standard operating procedures are available at all processes and are followed by maintaining safe practices at plant. To ensure the Quality objectives are available & they are adhered to To ensure the interest, training & motivation of the team should be maintained. To run the cost saving projects effectively. To comply with Internal, External & Group Global audit requirements. Should be strong in complying with safety measures at shop floor. Plan, coordinate and control the maintenance of the plant Participate in the preparation of the annual maintenance and projects. Together with operations develop plans for each area of maintenance and engineering and the various stages of them ensuring human, material and economic resources are well managed. Insure that all maintenance project work in the plants is carried out and completed to the highest level of trade-man quality. Manage outside maintenance contractors to ensure the integrity of the maintenance team and carry out corrective action when required. Complete repairs to various plant equipment. Maintaining & servicing machinery - Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of machinery to ensure ongoing operations of a facility – General plant maintenance Responsible and accountable for the effective leadership of the production team whilst ensuring the effective management, development and discipline of staff Respond to emergency breakdowns and repairs General machining work Operate tools in order to aid in the manufacturing process. Preventative maintenance and fault finding on equipment - Perform periodic checks on equipment. Work with others in order to ensure that equipment is in proper working order Operate a forklift as applicable General workshop duties i.e. maintaining the cleanliness of the workshop and tool store Assist in monthly stock take processes, and inventory counts when required. Adherence to health and safety regulations - Employees are required to work in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy facility General housekeeping activities / and or assistance when required in additional production / manufacturing departments. Candidate should have 8-10 years of experience in the chemical and process industry Education – Engineering preferably chemical background (BTECH, MTECH, BE) or Mechanical Engineering, Good analytical and problem solving skills. Basic knowledge on Lean & Six Sigma Experience in handling an unionized work force an added advantage Robust manufacturing experience Conversant with S & OP (Sales and Operational Planning) processes Market Related
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