Production Assistant

SUMMARY:
We have an opening available for a Production and Operations Assistant. You will report to the Production Manager. Previous manufacturing experience essential. Position based in Northern Suburbs.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

1. Grade 12
2. At least 3 years in a manufacturing environment
3. Mechanical qualification preferred
4. Experience with CAD
5. Health and Safety experience
6. Organised and some admin experience (able to do emails and work on MS Office packages)
7. Willing to work shifts from time to time, as and when needed

• Uphold and enforce all health and safety regulations and guidelines.
• Immediately report and document any unsafe conditions, incidents, or accidents.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and provide corrective action recommendations.
• Wear all required safety gear and utilize safety equipment properly.
• Prioritize personal and team safety by strictly adhering to all safety protocols.
• Promptly report any hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents.
• Cooperate fully with safety inspections and comply with all safety-related instructions.

• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Assist with inventory audits, order placement, and the management of critical supplies.
• Promote a workplace culture that reflects the company's mission, vision, and values.
• Conduct employee inductions and provide regular safety training.
• Actively participate in production meetings.
• Thoroughly understand and follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop, maintain, and manage SOPs or forms as needed.
• Perform basic operational, production, and housekeeping duties.
• Ensure supervisors complete daily efficiency reports, checklists, and timesheets.
• Promptly address and resolve any non-conformances.
• Provide support to production, nesting, dispatch, or warehouse departments as required.
• Ensure all departments have the necessary tools and materials to operate efficiently.

• Prepare, file, and analyze reports, forms, and operational data.
• Complete and analyze weekly and project-specific reports.
• Maintain accurate records and conduct random audits as required.
• Document meeting minutes and effectively communicate updates to relevant departments.

• Assist with routine and preventative maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Proactively suggest and implement quality and operational improvements.

• Conduct oneself professionally and complete all assigned tasks as directed by management.
• Lead investigations into incidents and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure all tasks and projects are completed on time and within budget