Production Control Manager

Recruiter:

Stratogo

Job Ref:

HQ001055/pn

Date posted:

Friday, April 25, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

41 666 .00 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client based in Durban a specialist in Manufacturing and sales of wiring harnesses and components for automobiles

POSITION INFO:

Position: Production Control Manager

Location: Durban SA

Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related field.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in production control, planning, or operations management in an automotive, engineering, or manufacturing setting.
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Leadership and team management abilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Clear criminal record

Duties & Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Scheduling:

Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and business objectives.
Coordinate with supply chain, procurement, and materials planning teams to ensure material availability.
Monitor production capacity and adjust schedules to optimize workflow and minimize bottlenecks.
Implement strategies to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency.
Production Control & Efficiency:
Oversee daily production activities to ensure adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), cycle times, and waste reduction.
Identify and implement process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies.
Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure minimal equipment downtime.

Inventory & Cost Management:

Control work-in-progress (WIP) inventory levels to maintain efficient production flow.
Optimize production costs by analyzing waste, scrap, and inefficiencies.
Work with finance teams to align production budgets and cost-saving initiatives.

Team Leadership & Collaboration:

Lead and develop the production control team, ensuring high performance and engagement.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and logistics teams to optimize production processes.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Compliance & Reporting:

Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, IATF 16949 for automotive, etc.), safety regulations, and company policies.
Prepare production reports and performance analysis for senior management.
Implement corrective actions based on root cause analysis of production issues.

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