Technical Production Foreman (manufacturing) -mechanical / welding / maintenance

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Ref: 4106

Location: Cape Town (Northern area)

Salary: commensurate with experience

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URGENT APPOINTMENT – MUST BE AVAILABLE TO START IMMEDIATELY

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Minimum of Matric
• Ideal candidate should be dynamic, hands-on with high energy levels
• Proven competence in managing and motivating a production workforce
• Computer literate
• Willing to work beyond normal hours and use initiative
• 3 to 5 years relevant experience in any of the following environments: Maintenance, Technical, Production, Boiler making, Mechanical or Manufacturing
• Minimum of 2 years experience managing and supervising in any of the above environments
• Managing staff compliment
• Tertiary qualification such as N1, National Diploma or Degree highly advantageous
• Experience in printing, fiberglass, welding and general metal processing / manufacturing
• Involvement in continuous improvement drives and initiatives (e.g. mission directed work teams)
• Good working knowledge of quality systems (ISO), OSH Act, BCE Act and plant maintenance essential
• Ability to work independently in a high-pressured environment
• Ability to speak, read and write Afrikaans and / or English
• Great communication skills at all levels within organization
• Valid drivers license

Key Performance Areas:

• The Production Foreman will take complete responsibility for production within the company

• Managing and controlling the production processes and output

• Ensuring that production volumes, quality standards, and cost targets are achieved

• Implementing initiatives to achieve and maintain world-class standards for production, quality, and SHE management

• Driving the implementation of processes for new products

• Oversee the management and control of the production store function

• Planning, budgeting, costing and capex responsibilities

• To manage, direct and monitor the performance of subordinates to ensure that critical performance areas and targets are achieved