Plant Manager Durban

SUMMARY:
To lead and manage the Plant in order to achieve Company and Group objectives.

POSITION INFO:

• Must be in possession of a Grade 12 School Leaving Certificate
• Must be in possession of a recognised bachelor’s degree in commerce or Science or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
• Advance Computer literacy
• Must have 5 years senior management experience in the Automotive industry
• Must have an understanding of an income statement, balance sheet and financial ratios.
• Needs understanding of Lean manufacturing principals to ensure good management of the Process Engineering department.
• Good technical aptitude to ensure management of the Maintenance department.

Responsibilities:

Strategy:

• Develop plant medium to long term Manufacturing Strategy and operational plans
• Align plant Manufacturing Strategy to the overall business strategy
• Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Manufacturing Function and Teams
• Implement new equipment/technology/processes in accordance with the Manufacturing Strategic Plan
• Achieve/exceed the annual Manufacturing Operational Plan in accordance to set targets

Planning:

• Approve production plans

Production Management:

• Establish Best Practices for plant utilisation and efficiencies
• Ensure the optimal and efficient use of resources
• Manage plant projects
• Analyse and interpret Production statistics/data in order to identify opportunities for improvements
• Oversee the activities of all contractors in the plant

Project Management:

• Project Management of run in, run out of models/business projects
• Ensuring plant readiness for implementation of new business project

Reporting:

• Analyse production reports

• Manage relationships with key suppliers
• Identify opportunities for improvements with key suppliers

Continuous Improvements:

• Keep up to date with latest trends and developments in manufacturing technologies
• Benchmark plant processes against Best Practices
• Monitor competitors’ activities and identify opportunities for improvements

Quality Management System:

• Maintain IATF 16949 accreditation
• Improve employee’s awareness within the department of Quality Targets and Objectives
• Achieve PPM targets

SHE:

• Address workplace hazards and risks
• Apply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipment
• Maintain ISO1 4001/ISO 4500 accreditation

Policies and Procedures:

• Develop and update Manufacturing Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.
• Ensure the above are followed

Financial Management:

• Provide input into the budget process
• Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)
• Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers
• Participate in the Audit process
• Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures
• Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)

People Management:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives
• Manage labour stability and complement in line with budget
• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity related processes
• Determine the training needs of the Department
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Resolve grievances and disputes

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