Job Description
About the Role
The Planning Manager is responsible for leading the manufacturing planning team in Ekurhuleni, ensuring accurate production execution and meeting key performance indicators (KPIs). The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, with 3-5 direct reports, and a proven track record of success in the manufacturing industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Create detailed manufacturing plans for parts, including conversion of Planned Orders into Production Orders
- Perform all relevant maintenance, updates, and associated actions to ensure accurate production execution
- Maintain and manage the master production schedule
- Monitor machine capacity and loadings, resolving poor loadings and capacity constraints
- Oversee creation and management of routings, ensuring accuracy and alignment with Engineering data
- Manage NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), reducing turnaround time and ensuring execution
- Conduct MRP cleanup and resolve MRP date errors
- Coordinate and implement process improvement initiatives to reduce costs, lead times, and enhance product quality
- Ensure full material consumption upon job closure
- Convert planned orders into production orders, issuing necessary documentation and drawings
- Validate drawings, tolerances, and routings before release to production
- Execute and communicate changes from Sales, Engineering, or Quality affecting production orders
- Manage scrap and rework orders as directed by Quality
- Adjust work centers as required by production needs
- Review completed production orders to ensure accurate time logging, material consumption, and prevent additional demand
- Compile actual vs. standard time data for performance measurement
- Prepare and submit production status and performance reports to management in a timely manner
Requirements
- Matric Diploma / Degree (Highly Advantageous)
- 5 years experience in the manufacturing industry
- MS Office & SAP (Highly Advantageous)
- Strong leadership skills
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications not specified.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary details not specified.
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About Engineering Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, the engineering job market is generally driven by the growth and development of various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. This has led to a high demand for skilled engineers with expertise in fields such as mechanical, electrical, civil, and chemical engineering. Typically, these roles involve designing, developing, testing, and implementing solutions to real-world problems.
The salary range for engineering positions in Gauteng is typically broad, with junior engineers earning around R300 000 to R500 000 per annum, while senior engineers can earn upwards of R800 000 to over R1 200 000. However, it’s essential to note that salaries can vary greatly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. For instance, engineers working in the technology industry may receive higher salaries than those in manufacturing or infrastructure development.
Common skills for engineering roles include proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, programming languages like Python or C++, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Engineers must also be able to communicate effectively with colleagues from other disciplines and manage projects from conception to completion. Other essential skills include familiarity with industry-specific standards and regulations, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Industry sectors that commonly employ engineers include financial services, technology, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. In these sectors, engineers play critical roles in designing and implementing solutions for complex problems, such as process optimization, product development, and system integration.
For career progression, engineers can typically expect to move into senior or leadership roles with experience and additional qualifications. Many engineers also choose to pursue advanced degrees, such as master’s or doctoral studies, to specialize in a particular area of engineering or transition into related fields like research and development or consulting.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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