Manufacturing Ramp - Up Expert

SUMMARY:
Our client, is a company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of sustainable building systems through innovative technology and design. Aims to create contemporary off-grid modular homes with a zero-energy, zero-carbon, and zero-waste building model for health and sustainable living. We are seeking a talented and passionate Manufacturing Ramp – Up Expert to join our team in Pretoria and help us turn this vision into a reality.

PRETORIA | CONTRACT | ON - SITE | SALARY NEGOTIABLE

POSITION INFO:
This role will focus on enhancing production efficiency, ensuring quality control, and implementing advanced manufacturing techniques to meet the demands of our growing portfolio of modular, prefabricated, and sustainable building solution

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive ramp-up strategy for manufacturing processes.
• Establish capacity targets, timelines, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to meet scaling requirements.
• Align production scaling with the company’s project timelines and goals.

• Streamline manufacturing processes for prefabricated building components to maximize efficiency.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure manufacturability of building components.

• Collaborate with procurement teams to secure scalable and cost-effective supply chains.
• Evaluate and mitigate risks related to material shortages or supplier capacity.
• Ensure readiness of equipment, tools, and materials for increased production volumes.

• Develop robust quality assurance systems to maintain high standards during scaling.
• Address potential quality issues proactively to ensure consistency in output.
• Lead root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives for process issues

• Work closely with HR and training teams to upskill current staff for new production demands.
• Support the recruitment of skilled personnel to handle ramp-up needs.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

• Identify potential bottlenecks in manufacturing and implement timely solutions.
• Oversee contingency planning to minimize disruptions during the ramp-up phase.
• Monitor and adapt to evolving regulations or compliance requirements in property construction

• Bachelor’s in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. (advantageous)
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing ramp-up, preferably in construction, modular building, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of prefabrication, modular construction techniques, and sustainability practices.
• Expertise in process optimization, lean manufacturing, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with ERP systems and production planning tools is a plus.