Production Manager, Cape Town

SUMMARY:

Chemical Manufacturing Company in Cape Town has an opportunity available for a Production Manager who will report to the Operations Director. 

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• Relevant B. Degree or Diploma in Production Management within a chemical environment
• Further tertiary qualifications in Business Management and Project Management
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a Production environment of which at least five (5) years must have been at Management level
• Proven track record in staff management and control
• Experienced in project management and plant upgrades
• Knowledge of LRA and BCEA
• Exceptional Knowledge of disciplinary procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of ISO standards
• Experienced in MRP systems, MS Projects and MS Office

• Responsible for the management, co-ordination, planning and procurement of all materials and execution of the production plan
• Ensuring that productivity increases and production targets are timeously met
• Maintaining the minimum stock levels and safety stock at all depots and the effective management of resources
• Producing quality products, while continuously evaluating, monitoring and streamlining of processes and meeting budgets in a cost-effective manner