About the position
Our client based in Durban a specialist in Manufacturing and sales of wiring harnesses and components for automobiles
Position: Production Control Manager
Location: Durban SA
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in production control, planning, or operations management in an automotive, engineering, or manufacturing setting.
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Clear criminal record
Duties & Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
Production Planning & Scheduling:
- Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and business objectives.
- Coordinate with supply chain, procurement, and materials planning teams to ensure material availability.
- Monitor production capacity and adjust schedules to optimize workflow and minimize bottlenecks.
- Implement strategies to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency.
- Production Control & Efficiency:
- Oversee daily production activities to ensure adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), cycle times, and waste reduction.
- Identify and implement process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies.
- Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure minimal equipment downtime.
Inventory & Cost Management:
- Control work-in-progress (WIP) inventory levels to maintain efficient production flow.
- Optimize production costs by analyzing waste, scrap, and inefficiencies.
- Work with finance teams to align production budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
Team Leadership & Collaboration:
- Lead and develop the production control team, ensuring high performance and engagement.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and logistics teams to optimize production processes.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Compliance & Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, IATF 16949 for automotive, etc.), safety regulations, and company policies.
- Prepare production reports and performance analysis for senior management.
- Implement corrective actions based on root cause analysis of production issues.
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Desired Skills:
- Production Control Manager
- Industrial Engineering
- Manfacturing
