Plant Manager - Durban - Abantu Staffing Solutions

    Abantu Staffing Solutions
    Abantu Staffing Solutions Durban

    1 week ago

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    Description

    Overview:

    To lead and manage the Business Unit to achieve company objectives. The position reports to the Business Unit Operations Manager.

    Requirements:

    • Grade 12 / Matric
    • National Diploma (NQF 6) in Commerce, Science or relevant equivalent
    • Degree (NQF 7) in Commerce, Science or relevant equivalent (advantageous)
    • 5+ years senior management experience in the Automotive industry

    Responsibilities:

    Strategy:

    • Develop plant medium to long-term Manufacturing Strategy and operational plans
    • Align plant Manufacturing Strategy to the overall business strategy
    • Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Manufacturing Function and Teams
    • Implement new equipment/technology/processes in accordance with the Manufacturing Strategic Plan
    • Achieve/exceed the annual Manufacturing Operational Plan in accordance to set targets

    Planning:

    • Approve production plans

    Production Management:

    • Establish best practices for plant utilisation and efficiencies
    • Ensure the optimal and efficient use of resources
    • Manage plant projects
    • Analyse and interpret production statistics/data to identify opportunities for improvements
    • Oversee the activities of all contractors in the plant

    Project Management:

    • Project Management of run in, run out of models/business projects
    • Ensuring plant readiness for implementation of new business project

    Continuous Improvement:

    • Keep up to date with latest trends and developments in manufacturing technologies
    • Benchmark plant processes against best practices
    • Monitor competitors activities and identify opportunities for improvements

    Reporting:

    • Analyse production reports
    • Present Monthly, Quarterly and Annual performance, forecast and budget reports

    Customer Relations:

    • Analyse production reports
    • Present Monthly, Quarterly and Annual performance, forecast and budget reports

    Supplier Relations:

    • Analyse production reports
    • Present Monthly, Quarterly and Annual performance, forecast and budget reports

    Financial Management:

    • Provide input into the budget process
    • Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)
    • Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers
    • Participate in the Audit process
    • Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures
    • Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)
    • Detect and prevent fraud
    • Promote good Corporate Governance

    SHE:

    • Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace
    • Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace
    • Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace
    • Address workplace hazards and risks
    • Apply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipment
    • Maintain ISO1 4001/ISO 4500 accreditation

    Quality Management System:

    • Maintain IATF 16949 accreditation
    • Improve employee's awareness within the department of Quality Targets and Objectives
    • Achieve PPM targets

    Policies and Procedures:

    • Develop and update Manufacturing Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.
    • Ensure the above are followed.

    People Management:

    • Ensure an enabling climate/culture
    • Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives
    • Manage labour stability and complement in line with budget
    • Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity related processes
    • Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Department
    • Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility
    • Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility
    • Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning
    • Determine the training needs of the Department
    • Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance
    • Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
    • Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
    • Resolve grievances and disputes

    Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per annum

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