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Overview:An established and growing Automotive Manufacturing Group, supplying various OEMs in the country, is looking for suitably quailified and experienced candidates to take on their Senior Management role of Plant Manager. The role is based at one of their manufacturing plants in Rosslyn, Pretoria. Minimum requirements: Completed Grade 12 / MatricCompleted Tertiary Qualification in: Commerce, Science, Engineering or other, relevant to Manufacturing and/or Automotive Manufacturing at NQF 6 level (NQF 7 advantageous)5+ years Senior Management experience in the Automotive industryMust have understanding of income statement, balance sheet and financial ratios.Understanding of Lean manufacturing principals to ensure good management of the Process Engineering department.Good technical aptitude to ensure management of the Maintenance department. Responsibilities: Develop plant medium to long term Manufacturing Strategy and operational plansAlign plant Manufacturing Strategy to the overall business strategyProvide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Manufacturing Function and TeamsImplement new equipment/technology/processes in accordance with the Manufacturing Strategic PlanAchieve/exceed the annual Manufacturing Operational Plan in accordance to set targetsEstablish Best Practices for plant utilisation and efficienciesEnsure the optimal and efficient use of resourcesManage plant projectsAnalyse and interpret Production statistics/data in order to identify opportunities for improvementsOversee the activities of all contractors in the plantProject Management of run in, run out of models/business projectsEnsuring plant readiness for implementation of new business projectKeep up to date with latest trends and developments in manufacturing technologiesBenchmark plant processes against Best PracticesMonitor competitors activities and identify opportunities for improvementsMaintain IATF 16949 accreditationImprove employee’s awareness within the department of Quality Targets and ObjectivesAchieve PPM targetsConduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplaceConduct Planned Task Observations in the workplaceIdentify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplaceAddress workplace hazards and risksApply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipmentMaintain ISO1 4001/ISO 4500 accreditationProvide input into the budget processMonitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/TransfersParticipate in the Audit processAdhere to Financial Policies and ProceduresProtect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)Detect and prevent fraudPromote good Corporate Governance
10 Apr 2024;
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