Production Supervisor (Plant) - Permanent

Location: Durban

Description:

Minimum Requirements:
Matriculation (grade 12 school leaving certificate), with maths & science as subjects.
National Diploma or Degree in Production Management.

Experience:
At least two years’ supervisory experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment.

Production Planning:
Schedule and monitor Production activities.
Schedule and arrange changeovers according to the Production Plan (change-over sequence, tool changes, cutting knives, water jet nests etc.).

Production Management:
Maintain manufacturing/production efficiencies.
Ensure correct start-up procedures are complied with and that machinery is running at the start of the shift.
Balance the production lines (manning levels).
Supervise the work units to achieve work unit objectives.
Monitor the achievement of daily production targets.
Investigate and resolve manufacturing-related problems and sub-standard performance.
Set up ancillary process equipment for the manufacturing operations.
Prepare, set and adjust manufacturing and production machine conditions to produce quality finished products.
FIRST-OFF Production parts monitored in conjunction with the Quality Assurance department.
Control the manufacturing/production process.
Adjust and maintain production process and machinery.
Take corrective action where necessary.
Responsible for the quality of production. Where there are any quality problems, utilize previous experience as well as the technical expertise of the quality/control department and process engineering to resolve problems. This is to ensure low rates of repairs and rejects are achieved.
Responsible for displaying the latest level of work instruction sheets.
Ensure correct manning level for the production output required.
Comply with all statutory requirements.
Ensure that all hand tools are in good working condition.

Raw Materials:
Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support production.
Supervise the monthly stock take and ensure that records are correctly entered.
Count stock for a Stock Take integrity check (check product condition during the count).

Material Handling:
Handle and care for materials.
Identify and process waste.
Report material issues/concerns.

Maintenance:
Anticipate and troubleshoot machine functioning.
Monitor maintenance or manufacturing equipment, tooling and services.
Inform responsible person of equipment/tooling breakdown and complete Job Card, if applicable.
Prepare for mould changes as required by the production plan. Complete mould change paperwork.
Perform minor machine repairs to reduce machine downtime.

Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities for improvements.
Apply continuous improvement principles – e.g., kaizen.

People Management:
Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels.
Ensure discipline is maintained in the department – manage absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.
Resolve grievances & disputes.
Plan and provide for on-the-job training and multi-skilling of production teams on a continuous basis. Motivate production operators continuously on correct work practices and provide on-the-job training of new production operators.
Attend all meetings and training courses as requested. Ensure all subordinates attend required training courses, especially those in respect of quality and safety.
Responsible for ensuring that Payroll SACO hours submissions are done in time for Payroll Processing.
Ensure SACO clockings & exceptions are processed timeously for payroll processing.
Ensure any issues/concerns with the SACO time & attendance system are reported to the payroll department immediately.
Manage Production overtime schedules to ensure compliance with MIBCO Main Agreement.
Report any overtime exemptions (more than 10 hours per week) to the HR Department immediately.

SHE:
Ensure safe working conditions and the application of safe working practices in all areas of the department. Report any unsafe equipment, working conditions and practices to the Production Manager.
Ensure machines and production areas are always kept clean and tidy in accordance with 5S good housekeeping principles.
Ensure that all safe working procedures are always adhered to by subordinates. Also ensure protective clothing, shoes and glasses are always worn correctly and in designated areas. Ensure that all safety devices on the plant are operating correctly, including lock out tag out.