Process Manager required for a reputable automotive company based in Durban

Seeking an experienced Process Manager to lead the Process Department and drive operational excellence within a high-performance manufacturing environment. The role focuses on achieving production and quality targets while continuously improving plant processes, efficiency, safety, and profitability.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor of Technology or Degree (NQF Level 7) in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role within an automotive or manufacturing environment

Key Responsibilities Continuous Improvement

• Lead and champion the plant’s Continuous Improvement Program (CIP).

• Monitor project deliverables, maintain the CIP log, and report monthly on progress vs. targets.

• Drive improvements to plant infrastructure, equipment, materials, and processes.

Plant & Process Management

• Maintain and update standard cycle times across production processes.

• Ensure development, control, and availability of Visual Work Instructions (WI).

• Support customer and internal production trials.

• Manage Change Requests and ensure compliance with Statistical Process Control (SPC) requirements.

• Oversee robotic water-jet program implementation and back-ups.

• Lead process and equipment problem-solving initiatives.

• Promote safety and good housekeeping practices.

• Oversee routine equipment operations and respond to process changes.

Projects

• Manage and support product development and customer projects.

• Develop equipment plans for new projects.

• Investigate and implement new production technologies.

• Maintain and implement plant layout plans.

• Prepare and present technical reports to management.

Customer & Supplier Relations

• Engage with internal and external customers on process matters.

• Manage supplier relationships relating to raw materials, equipment, services, cost, quality, and delivery.

People Management

• Coach and develop team members to ensure sustained performance.

• Manage discipline, absenteeism, overtime, and related matters.

• Address grievances and support continuous skills development and multi-skilling initiatives.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.