Key Responsibilities:

· To lead and manage the Business Unit to achieve company objectives

Minimum Requirements:

· Grade 12 School Leaving Certificate

· Bachelor’s Degree or NQF 6 Qualification

Additional Experience:

· 5 years senior management experience in the Automotive industry

· Understanding of an income statement, Balance sheet and financial ratios, Understanding of Lean manufacturing principals to ensure good management of the Engineering department, Good technical aptitude

Job Description:

Strategy:

· Develop plant medium to long term

· Manufacturing Strategy and operational plans

· Align plant Manufacturing Strategy to the overall business strategy

· Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Manufacturing Function and Teams

· Implement new equipment/technology/processes in accordance with the Manufacturing Strategic Plan Achieve/exceed the annual Manufacturing Operational Plan in accordance to set targets

Planning:

· Approve production plans

Production Management:

· Establish best practices for plant utilisation and efficiencies

· Ensure the optimal and efficient use of resources

· Manage plant projects

· Analyse and interpret production statistics/data to identify opportunities for improvements

· Oversee the activities of all contractors in the plant

Project Management:

· Project Management of run in, run out of models/business projects Ensuring plant readiness for implementation of new business project

Continuous Improvement:

· Keep up to date with latest trends and developments in manufacturing technologies

· Benchmark plant processes against best practices

· Monitor competitors activities and identify opportunities for improvements

Reporting:

· Analyse production reports Present

· Monthly, Quarterly and Annual performance, forecast and budget reports

Customer Relations:

· Manage relationships with internal/external customers Identify opportunities for improvements and make recommendations

Supplier Relations:

· Manage relationships with key suppliers Identify opportunities for improvements with key suppliers

Financial Management:

· Provide input into the budget process

· Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)

· Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers

· Participate in the Audit process Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets) Detect and prevent fraud Promote good Corporate Governance

SHE:

· Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace

· Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace I

· dentify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace

· Address workplace hazards and risks

· Apply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipment

· Maintain ISO1 4001/ISO 4500 accreditation

Quality Management System:

· Maintain IATF 16949 accreditation Achieve PPM targets

Policies and Procedures:

· Develop and update Manufacturing Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.

· Ensure the above are followed.

People Management:

· Ensure an enabling climate/culture Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives

· Manage labour stability and complement in line with budget

· Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity related processes

· Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Department

· Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility

· Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility

· Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning

· Determine the training needs of the Department

· Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance

· Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels

· Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)

· Resolve grievances and disputes