East London: Production Foreman – Aluminium

About the Role

As a Production Foreman, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our production department in East London. You will manage a team of production workers, ensure that production targets are met, and maintain high quality standards. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to drive efficiency and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely production of goods.
• Monitor and maintain production output targets.
• Continuously assess product quality, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Track and improve production line efficiencies.
• Update management regularly on production progress.
• Sign off and submit all production timesheets promptly.
• Ensure adherence to all company procedures.
• Proactively manage time and attendance of workshop staff ensuring maximum efficiency of time available to work.
• Monitor and review staff performance, completing daily production reports.
• Address substandard product with relevant staff/supervisors.
• Manage disciplinary issues in collaboration with HR.
• Enforcement of workshop and general factory guidelines and rules.
• Ensure staff adhere to health and safety directives and policies at all times including wearing relevant PPE and/or uniforms.
• Verify staff have the correct tools for production through weekly checks.
• Manage and maintain efficient and effective material usage:
• Ensure offcuts from completed jobs are returned to the store following proper procedures.
• Disclose any material drawn due to production errors on the BOQ.
• Double-check manufactured goods before handover to the next department.
• Oversee scrap management, signing off daily on designated scrap for sale.
• Conduct regular safety checks on equipment used in the ordinary course of business.
• Conduct weekly safety checks on all production machinery.
• Perform weekly inspections of machinery and tools, reporting any damage immediately.
• Assist with monthly stock takes.
• Conduct monthly toolbox talks in each division.
• Foster a respectful environment for all clients and staff members.
• Maintain a positive company image.

Requirements

Skills and experience in production management, leadership, or a related field are required. A strong understanding of quality control procedures and safety protocols is also essential.

Qualifications

Formal education in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, manufacturing) or equivalent experience is preferred. Relevant certifications or training in production management or quality control would be an asset.

Salary & Benefits