To plan, organise, motivate and control all the activities of their designated team efficiently to maintain maximum utilisation of resources in order to achieve maximum output. Ensure that all work carried out is as per SOP and that the required quality specifications are met
Tertiary qualification in Production or similar
Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience within manufacturing (automotive)
Production Processes
Automotive Manufacturing
Quality Systems:
TS 19469
Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Systems
Labour Legislation and Disciplinary Procedures
SPC
8D Problem Solving
World Class Manufacturing
Manage Operations to achieve planned outcomes
Plan resources to achieve production targets
Execute Production plan & short-term contingency plan
Monitor resource usage
Maintain & exceed goals/Targets for:
SHE DIIR and Audits
Quality Targets - Process Audits, Internal PPM and FP Audits
Cost Targets Labour Utilization, OEE
Delivery Productivity and WIP Age
People Targets Attendance, Return to Work Discussion and MDW
Participate in, Lead and Facilitate Work Teams (MDW Goal Alignment)
Participate in team problem solving
Develop team commitment and co-operation
Manage Quality Customer Service (Quality)
Implement and Monitor Continuous Improvement Systems and Processes (Problem Prevention and Continuous Improvement)
Continually anticipate where problems could occur and think of ways to prevent these from happening
Ensure all processes under his control conform to the Quality/Speed/Cost/Safety & Environment
Initiate problem solving workshops
Encourage everyone to think of ways to improve processes and prevent problems
Participate in continuous improvement processes
Monitor, adjust and report performance
Consolidate opportunities for further improvement
Plan to meet the internal and external customer requirements (PPMs & Dock Audits)
Ensure the delivery of quality products/ services
Assume accountability for the resolution of the quality problems in his/her area that are identified by the Internal and External Process Audits
Attend quality audits when required
Ensure feedback from inspections and audits communicated to the team and that the Action Plans are completed.
Ensure Groups are following effective problem-solving processes eg. The 5 Why Questions; G8Ds
Make sure that problems affecting the team outside their control are addressed eg. Ergonomics
Refer quality problems which need to be referred to other areas to the quality department with supporting data
Complete corrective action plans as required
File any documentation on problems solved in the area
Evaluate all quarantined products, scrap if deemed necessary
Manage and develop team performance
Track shift performance against set targets
Visualise and display these in each groups
Monitor the effectiveness of the teams and take corrective action
Participate in and facilitate the work team group.
Manage Workplace information
Collect information and analyse the shifts performance against Quality/Speed/Cost/Safety & Environment
Ensure Shift Changes are Handled Effectively
Training and Development
Promote multiskilling within the team
Regularly review operator progress on up-skilling, arrange for people to attend training and be signed off as competent
Liaise with the Training Department to ensure that all employees including the Labour Broker Employees are on the Training Matrix Chart
Coach and guide Team members as required
Ensure start up meetings are held prior to shift change
Ensure Shift Handover is seamless 5 minutes prior to shift change
Allow clear communication between foremen for a period not less than 30 minutes to ensure all information and documentation is handed over
Complete shift end report (i.e. Actual vs Schedule with reasons)
Report on these to the Production Manager highlighting progress, problems and recommendations
Complete Shifts Daily Problem/ Action logs
Identify and source information needs eg. Update QPS sheets etc
Work Instructions
Ensure there are clear, up to date and easy to follow work instructions for all operations and that operators are able to do the operations to standardised accredited system.
Manpower
Ensure manpower levels are correct as per set standard
Perform all counselling and disciplinary action as required
Facilities, Equipment, Tools and Materials
Assist the Team if there are any problems;
Provide Information on resource Requirements
Ensure each group has the required facilities
Ensure equipment is properly maintained
Inform Maintenance of breakdowns and record lost time; liase with maintenance to prevent possible breakdowns
Implement process changes/advice from Planning Department
Co-ordinate cleaning operations
Perform all Absenteeism Counselling and conduct Return To Work Discussions on return for all unplanned absence
Review attendance trends and take appropriate action
Control overtime
Administer HR (i.e. leave, time-sheets, pay queries, transfers, upgrades and discipline)
Housekeeping
Conduct regular 5S housekeeping audits
Ensure good housekeeping practise
Administration
Lead by example
Set and meet own work priorities
Develop and maintain a professional attitude
Complete reports required by manager within the specified deadlines
Maintain accurate filing and record keeping systems
Check product open orders daily, investigate and resolve with a sense of urgency
Sign all safety Critical Documentation for Verification each shift
Compile and administer 5S Action logs
Leadership, Motivation and Morale
Model high standards of management performance
Enhance the organisations image
Influence the individuals and team positively
Make well-informed decisions
Keep teams informed on the importance of Quality/Speed/Cost/Safety & Environment
Ensure good two-way communication between Teams and their Supervisor and between the shifts to ensure big picture understanding
Keep Team leaders well informed of happening s within production
Give recognition for good performance
Keep in touch with the shop floor, talk to people, listen to their concerns and comments and advise and counsel as appropriate
Assist in keeping the information boards updated
Safety
Access and share legislation and standards
Plan and implement safety requirements
Monitor, adjust and report safety performance
Investigate and report non-conformance
Ensure safe working practices
Report all accidents and incidents
Monitor safety hazards in the area and ensure that they are addressed
Attend safety meetings when required
Encourage Safety Representatives to fulfil their duties
Ensure that the Safety Representatives attend the Safety Meetings
Non-Response within 2 weeks indicates an unsuccessful application
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: R30,000.00 - R45,000.00 per month
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