Processing Foreman

SUMMARY:
Our client, a proudly South African Manufacturing company, seeks an experienced Processing Foreman to manage and control production, staff and processes to meet business objectives and targets.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Job Requirements:

• Matric.
• National Diploma in Engineering or Technical Trade.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ working experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ Management experience.
• Computer literacy (SAP, MHS, MES, ESS).
• Demonstrated leadership abilities within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally on technical issues within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate, engage and motivate a heterogeneous workforce.
• Demonstrate a high attention-to-detail orientation.
• Strong safety and risk mindedness.
• Proven ability to drive positive change in a team environment.
• Willing to work shifts.

• Manage the execution of the processing plan and process flow.
• Check that correct tools and quality of materials are being used
• Identify defects and/errors in the processing process and conduct investigations.
• Resolve all escalated issues received from direct reports timeously.
• Conduct quality checks to verify adherence to standard operating procedures and inspect quality specifications.
• Organise & co-ordinate staff and resources to achieve desired work output, targets & outcomes.
• Develop and maintain communication structures and communicate work requirements and relevant information to direct reports.
• Support Management in driving a cost-effective and efficient operation to maximise business profits.
• Provide staff with support, responsible for time and attendance and disciplinary of staff.
• Adhere and enforce all health and safety regulations and report all safety hazards, accidents and incidents to relevant parties.
• Increase efficiencies by reducing downtime and minimising scrap.
• Provide Management with reporting on production variances, downtime and any other relevant reporting required.
• Lead daily operation meetings.
• Adhere to set out world-class manufacturing standards to ensure the company remains competitive.