| Date | 2024-09-03 |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Production Manager – Packaging Manufacturing – R700k – R600k |
| Employer | Hire Resolve More Information |
| Salary | 0 |
| Category | Management |
| Location |
Kwazulu Natal / Durban |
Job Summary
Hire Resolves client in Packaging Manufacturing industry is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Production Manager to join their team in KwaZulu-Natal. The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing the manufacturing process and making sure that production lines run without any issues and/or minimal downtime. The successful candidate must have an eagerness to work dynamically, demonstrate expertise in management systems, and develop solutions to maintain the quality of processes.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System that aligns with industry best practices and applicable regulations
- Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards, or other industry-specific certifications
- Lead and mentor a team of quality assurance analysts and specialists
- Set performance goals, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluation
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and development
- Ensure that Warranty Cost & Service call Rate Targets are met as per Objectives and Targets
- Establish and execute quality control processes, including product inspection, testing, and validation
- Implement effective quality control procedures to identify and address defects or deviations from specifications
- Continuously review and improve existing quality assurance processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
- Work strongly with Cross Functional Manufacturing Teams in ensuring Scrap limits are not exceeded
- Identify root causes of quality issues and work with relevant teams to implement corrective and preventive actions
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements
- Lead quality audits, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up on identified non-conformities
- Assess potential risks related to product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance
- Develop and implement risk mitigation plans to prevent quality-related issues
- Conduct training programs to educate employees on quality standards, processes, and best practices
- Ensure that the workforce is knowledgeable and compliant with quality-related policies and procedures
- Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement and report findings to senior management
- Inculcate and drive continued efforts in ensuring a culture built on the 6 Sigma methodology
- Generate regular quality assurance reports to track performance and communicate results
- Collaborate with procurement and vendor management teams to evaluate and qualify suppliers based on quality criteria
- Monitor and assess supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards and contractual obligations
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in engineering, Quality or related field
- Experience in Quality Assurance Systems
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
- Certification in quality management
Benefits:
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Salary:
R600K/yr – R700K/yr, salary negotiable
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