South Africa: Production Foreman posted by Chainlink Recruitment

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Production Foreman to join our team, responsible for overseeing the production process and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production management and a proven track record of leading teams to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Effective and complete running of Production, Technical, Industrial Relations, Safety, Quality and Training of employees in the Business Unit
• Weekly production planning with Business Manager and Sales staff
• Daily monitoring of actual production against the planned targets
• Calculate standard usage of materials
• Order raw material stocks timeously
• Knowledge of standard capacities of each machine section
• Manage efficient response in respect of plant repair or breakdowns, including all machinery, equipment, tools, etc., and take corrective action
• Follow up problems identified by the operators in their sections
• Manage availability and maintenance of moulds to ensure consistent product compliance. Draw plan and report back monthly on mould and preventative maintenance
• Oversee production methods or techniques to ensure consistent quality products, i.e. casting techniques, curing, handling, etc.
• Oversee production flow and productivity / efficiencies and improve where possible
• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing consistent product quality and meeting delivery targets
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and SABS requirements
• Study Quality Control Report daily and take action if needed
• Facilitate and monitor meetings and record minutes and ensure good communication with workers at all times
• Provide feedback on performance, results and action required
• Train production staff in efficient based production / manufacturing techniques and processes to ensure high and consistent levels of safety, quality and productivity
• Agree and review Key Performance Areas (KPAs) with subordinates
• Undertake regular safety inspections and comply to all safety regulations

Requirements

• Grade 12 or relevant NQF4 equivalent
• Production Foreman / Qualified Tradesman with strong operational production management leadership
• Relevant or similar tertiary technical qualification in production management
• 5 years experience in production environment including experience in manufacture of cement/concrete based products
• Knowledge of OHS and ISO standards

Qualifications

No formal qualifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details not specified.