Operations Manager, Gauteng

We are seeking an Operations Manager for a permanent role based in Nigel, Gauteng.

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• Degree in Engineering and / or equivalent experience
• 5+ years’ experience in production / operations management within a manufacturing environment in the agricultural / steel industrial sectors
• Thorough understanding of production / planning
• Strong experience in CAD and engineering design required
• MS Office knowledge

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

Manufacturing

• Responsible for all Valmont Safety Procedures implemented at the Site
• Responsible for the daily manufacturing operations of the company and all its components
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations
• Maintain and improve process efficiency and QCI adherence
• Recommend optimal manufacturing solutions and equipment needs
• Develop and update all operations procedure manuals (IQRS)
• Perform manufacturing scheduling activities
• Setup work orders for assembly
• Responsible for staff adherence and improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles
• Manage Manufacturing personnel: Work allocation, training, and problem resolution
• Evaluate employee performance and motivate to achieve peak productivity
• Work with management team to implement new or revise current products and procedures including costing
• Maintain a proactive equipment maintenance program
• Forecast facility capabilities and manage annual production targets within operating budget
• Work with management team for design or changes to structural CAD drawings
• Analyze new ECN records & plan to implement
• Participate in the development of product forecasts
• Quality Assurance of finished products
• Actively take part in team meetings related to Product Availability, Sales, Marketing, Group Team meetings, and associated customer visits

Warehousing

• Maintaining effective inventory control records and system procedures
• Determine obsolete, slow non-moving inventory (OSMI) and develop action plan
• Actively support Plant, Shipping and Warehousing cost savings projects
• Responsible for Warehouse Management System accuracy
• Meet department variable and period budgets and supervise the department to ensure the highest level of efficiency while meeting budgets
• Ensure effective labor relations and consistent contract and policy administration while promoting a work environment conducive to people improvement and motivation of the production workforce
• Train and motivate subordinates in the performance of their duties, develop their Total Production Manufacturing (TPM) capabilities, lead AM teams, develop their management talents, and encourage creativity at the supervisory level

Shipping and Logistics

• Support the goal and objective of production in conjunction with customer service to accomplish shipment requirements/deadlines
• Responsible for supervising the Shipping functions to provide optimum movement of raw materials, package materials, and finished product at the most efficient and economical cost, while maintaining safety
• Planning & coordinating shipping schedules

Maintenance

• Control & Direct preventive maintenance in production system
• Program logic control for proper equipment operation to ensure “ZERO” lost time

General

• Responsible for the yard
• Responsible for the Safety of all people entering the site
• Responsible for the control of all procurement and approvals to the DOA (Delegation of Authority)
• Drive and implement necessary cost-saving projects to ensure material and services offered at the best possible price
• Implement and manage 5S Housekeeping, LEAN, OEE & Warehouse Standard procedures

Salary: R800000.00 – R1m per annum

Please email detailed CV and supporting documentation and salary requirements through to danielle@sheldon.co.za with “Operations Manager” in the subject line.

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.