Section Manager (Production)

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Manufacturing Industry, based in Port Elizabeth, is seeking an experienced Section Manager to join their dynamic production team.  An exciting career opportunity awaits you!

POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose

• To support the HOD by providing operational and maintenance support.
• To furthermore design and implement related systems and plans to maximise performance, output and contribute in the achievement of production targets.

1. Production Operations (35%)
2. Maintenance Control (20%)
3. Compliance (10%)
4. Customer Service Management (10%)
5. Staff Supervision (15%)
6. Cost and Financial Control (10%)

• Certificate in a Technical / Engineering / Electrical discipline (NQF 5)
• Trade Tested Artisan (preferably Electrician or Millwright)
• Certificate in Accounting and Leadership (preferable)
• Up to 10 years’ experience in the Electrical Production / Operations field in a Manufacturing environment,
• Up to 5 years should be at Supervisory level.
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite; other relevant discipline-specific software programs).
• Knowledge of Production processes and related systems.
• Knowledge of Maintenance practices.

• Designs and implements a system to achieve the most effective methods of production, within laid down working specifications, whilst improving product, workflow and performance.
• Ensures all methods and standards are reflective on the system and implemented in the respective areas.
• Monitors the output / man-hour levels from each area, within the Division and by Shift. Investigate abnormalities, missed goals and develop sufficient plans to rectify.

• Works with Production Control and all MMIS Planners to set up viable and realistic schedules to meet targets.
• Ensures work is completed within specified, stipulated times and optimal machine operation.

• Identifies and monitors risks within own department and area of responsibility.
• Assists in the maintenance of a risk register, report discrepancies or areas of concern to management.
• Identifies and solves problems creatively whilst demonstrating a high level of integrity.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and policy frameworks to prevent fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure.

• Contributes to the budget preparation process.
• Compile and submit cost reports.
• Explores opportunities to control and reduce costs.