28 Automotive jobs in East London on Job Mail

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who meet the following job specifications. Responsible for planning, organizing and directing the Engineering Department. To ensure timeous design, development and implementation of new products and maintenance of current product.

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with the customers and suppliers regarding product requirements for new products and ongoing developments.
• Develop project plans and project costing data.
• Develop APQP plans for implementation projects.
• Ensure timeous completion of projects.
• Controls Engineering, project and APQP meetings.
• Oversee departmental responsibilities for engineering changes and development programs.
• Oversee process related downtime and scrap root cause analysis and determine and implement corrective and preventative action.
• Develop and implement engineering systems and procedures.
• Manage the implementation various programmes and projects.
• Effectively manage sub ordinates and resources.
• Prepare engineering product information for quotation purposes.
• Liaise with the customers and suppliers regarding related technical issues.
• Ensure the company vision is upheld at all levels
• Ensure adequate staffing and direct subordinates to achieve relevant goals timeously
• Responsible for training, coaching, and guidance of subordinates
• Monitor, manage, and report on the performance of the Engineering function

Required Education:

• Minimum degree/diploma with qualification in Engineering.
• At least 5 years in a similar environment.
• Minimum 5 years managerial experience.
• Artisan qualification will be an added advantage.
• Familiar with project management principles.
• Advance computer literacy

Desired Skills:

• Planning, organizing, controlling skills
• Critical thinking and innovation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Decision making/problem solving skills
• Conflict handling and dispute resolutions skills
• Ability to cope with stressful situations

We are looking for applications from suitably qualified people who meet the following job specifications and is ready for the challenge to set their career in motion now! Collaborate with a small team of people in execution of daily production tasks, work scheduling, training, maintenance and in continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and adjust moulding parameters to maintain quality and maximum product output.
• Ensure the optimal operation of injection moulding machines, grippers and feeding systems.
• Optimize all tools and equipment to ensure sustained quality in the production process.
• Provide assistance to maintenance functions, including but not limited to preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance on all injection moulding equipment.
• Perform problem-solving to develop corrective actions for issues and to initiate continuous improvement plans.
• Assist with tooling spares control.
• Ensure timeous completion of projects.
• Ensure upskilling of all staff with regards to tooling and injection techniques.
• Training of personnel on SMED and process setup.
• Develop and implement engineering systems and procedures for injection moulding processes.
• Ensure that the required lockout procedure is adhered to before any work on machines or equipment, the (Lockout Tagout system) describes the details of the process to ensure the safety of all.
• Control of process parameter sheets.
• Continued updates to PFMEA.
• Creation and revision of written works instructions.

Required Experience / Education:

• Minimum Grade 12 / Matric.
• Qualified Artisan (Example: Trade tested Toolmaker/Millwright) will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in plastic injection or toolmaking specific to automotive components.
• Formal training in Injection Moulding Plastics technology an advantage.
• Familiar with project management principles.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Proficiency in pneumatics, hydraulics and electronics is an advantage.
• Knowledge on seals, pumps and bearings an advantage.

Desired Skills:

• Critical thinking and innovation
• Decision making/problem solving skills
• Ability to cope with stressful situations

Please note that only candidates who meet the inherent requirements of the position will be considered.

Responsibilities:
• Process development (process flow chart) for new programs.
• Use industrial engineering methods to determine the Cycle times.
• Manufacture feasibility analysis (DFA/DFM) and PFMEA on new products.
• Plant and process layout for new products and plant launches.
• Perform Process and quality improvements.
• Perform cost analysis of product and process alternatives (investments and assembly time).
• Write process specifications and make recommendations regarding ergonomic improvements.
• Write specifications for manufacturing equipment and make recommendations for equipment
procurement.
• Simulate continuous improvement process in plants (KAIZEN, DO IT) with the objective of MEQ.
• Work with SD-Teams to complete product launches.
• Monitor and improve 4 M’s of stable of production.
• Establish solutions to any processing issues and stimulate TPM in new projects.
• Develop and maintain process documents, including: PFMEA, Process Flow Chart, ODS, Process
Parameter Sheets
• Monitor and audit manufacturing best practices and standards in the plant.
• Improvement strategies: Participate and/or lead activities for manufacturing footprint analysis, continuous
improvement of new and/or ongoing manufacturing process and lean manufacturing implementation.
• Wil be required to work shifts and/or Overtime if and when required.

Requirements:
• Degree or National Diploma in Engineering (mechanical or industrial).
• 3-4 years minimum experience as a Manufacturing or Process Engineer.
• OEM or Tier One automotive interiors work experience.
• High volume automotive manufacturing engineering work experience.
• Strong computer and manufacturing simulation skills.
• JCMS/ Lean manufacturing.
• Manufacturing exposure in Automotive Industry.
• Plant Layout using AUTO CAD.
• Equipment selection, purchasing and installation.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who meet the following job specifications. Please note that only candidates who meet the inherent requirements of the position will be considered. Plan and carry out daily counting of raw materials for the East London plant as per cycle count plan. Perform MRP and reporting for the plant as well as supervise Logistics Analysts.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise daily cycle counts on all materials in accordance with the ABC analysis.
• Perform line audits to ensure that the line/s is labelled correctly.
• Perform BOM audits.
• Perform stock take function and any other reasonable and lawful function as delegated.
• Assist in the Logistics performance monitoring.
• Monitoring and management of performance of logistics analyst and cycle counters
• Run and analyse MPR for Long-term and Short-term releases from Customer, reporting for Supply chain
• Monitoring of Mercedes Benz Self-bill process
• Monitoring of Back-Flush accuracy
• Daily and Monthly reporting to management
• Analysis of Customer Releases
• Loading of Short-term demands
• Running with MRP process
• Checking of transactions accuracy (Sales, Backflush and Scanning etc.)
• Creating of Invoices and Returns in ERP system
• Participating on BOM reviews
• Managing of daily cycle counts on all materials in accordance with the ABC analysis.
• Performing of stock discrepancy analysis
• Perform stock take function and any other reasonable and lawful function as delegated.
• Monitoring and management of cycle counters and logistics analysts’ performance.
• Daily and monthly reporting – Cycle counts, aging report, performance
• Receiving planning
• Manage and supervise daily receiving
• Monitoring and management of receiving department performance
• Manage and supervise daily dispatches
• Monitoring and management of receiving dispatch performance

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with Post Matric Purchasing/Logistics related qualification.
• Minimum 3 years Logistics/planning experience including core knowledge and skills
• Supervisory or management skills essential
• PC and System knowledge (Microsoft Office and Office 365-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook 2016)
• PC and System Knowledge – (Microsoft Office Advanced Excel).
• QAD – ERP system knowledge is an advantage
• Materials flow (FIFO, KANBAN, JIS systems)
• Understanding Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Problem solving skills
• Analytic skills
• Ability to cope with stressful situations
• Teamwork approach
• Knowledge of Receiving and Dispatch

Position Summary:
• Lead a small team of people in execution of daily HR tasks, with specific HR fundamentals, talent acquisition, process training, and employee engagement, and communication, union relations.

Responsibilities:
• HR Fundamentals: Support the delivery of HR programs and activities in a manner that promotes communication and involvement at all levels.
• High level HR administration, analytics and reporting.
• Ensure the quality, delivery and responsiveness of the HR department.
• Talent Acquisition: Recruitment / Onboarding / Exits.
• Responsible for the entire Recruitment & Selection process of new staff members.
• Ensure applicable Approval to recruit documentation is received.
• Assist applicable management with the preparation of the internal and external advertisement.
• Training & Development: Support the plant training and development programme in relation to the skills development and on the job training.
• Employee Engagement: Drive plant communication process and support management team to improve employee morale.
• Drives Employee Survey actions, provide professional expertise for supervisors in creating and executing action plans
• Industrial Relations: Coordinate BBBEE activities, including reporting and analytics.
• Champion the delivery of the Plant’s Employment Equity Plan.
• Ensure sound employment practices and legal compliance is adhered to at all times in terms of relevant legislations and collective agreements.
• Ensure that discipline is maintained and applied fairly and consistently in the workplace.
• Represent the company at DRC (Dispute Resolution Centre) and CCMA.
• Present appropriate IR related training when required.
• HR Administration:
- Tracking and reporting on HR measurable/Balanced Scored Cards as well as Key Performance Indicators.
- Schedule and attend respective plant level meetings.
- To assist with various HR Projects/surveys as and when required and all other tasks as assigned

Required Education and/or Experience:
• Relevant Degree or Diploma with qualification in Human Resources.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR Manager role.
• At least 5 years of Industrial Relations experience.
• Excellent understanding and working knowledge of the CCMA / Bargaining Council processes.
• Advance computer literacy.

Desired Skills:
• Sound understanding of applicable legislation, including MIBCO Main Agreement.
• Decision making/problem solving skills.
• The ability to act professionally at-all-times and be a trusted business advisor.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to cope with stressful situations.

Petrol Mechanic required for motor body repair company in East London.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting vehicle checks to see if repairs are necessary and the level of urgency required.
• Providing customers with an estimate for completing the work.
• Testing automobiles to ensure the repairs were successful. This process may necessitate a road test.
• Conducting annual MOTs on vehicles.
• Standard servicing of vehicles.
• Working with car accessory databases and ordering parts.
• Updating vehicle maintenance records.
• Maintaining work logs, repairs, and maintenance records.

Requirements:

• Trade test
• Grade 12
• Valid drivers license
• 3 years' experience within a similar role

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to recruiter2@profilepersonnel.co.za

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Purpose:

Plan and carry out daily mechanical and electrical maintenance to all plant machinery.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring Preventative Maintenance is carried out according to schedules for both mechanical and electrical.
• Frequently check stock levels for all spares/materials and order in time.
• Assisting the Maintenance Manager in periodic trend analysis of breakdowns and expenditure with recommendations for continual improvement.
• Involvement in daily emergencies and urgent work requests.
• Completion of basic preventative maintenance.
• Ensuring 5S System and safe working standards are adhered too at all times.
• Keeping the Maintenance Manager informed of abnormal or critical situations and seeking advice on matters outside the Planner's knowledge or authority.
• Ensuring maintenance procedures and documentation complies with relevant Quality Assurance standards and Safety Standards.
• Electrical installations and PLC’s.
• Mechanical installations.
• General buildings and all utilities
• Comply with OHS Act Regulations and other Legislation.
• Involve with all new projects etc.
• Accurately carry out maintenance schedules for production machinery and services (Electrical and Mechanical)
• Carry out lubrication schedules.
• All work must be performed safely according to all safety regulations.
• Speedily rectify breakdowns and after hours call outs.
• Weekly shift and stand by duty to be performed as per
• Adhere to Company HSEE policy.
• Perform shift and standby call out duties.
• Working overtime when required as agreed by Plant Engineer.

Requirements:

• N4 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering – Trade Tested or similar
• 5 years’ experience in a factory maintenance environment
• Computer literacy is a must.
• Ability to learn fast and be independent
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems preferred.
• Own transport is essential

Minimum requirements:

• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role
• Able to read CAD Drawings

Role responsibilities:

• Train Lean Modules
• Implement Lean in all factories
• 5S
• Std. Work
• Quick Changeover
• Kanban
• Constraints Management
• TPM
• Visual management
• VSM (Value stream mapping)
• Roll throughput yield (First time right) / Rework reduction
• Drive specific action items to improve OEE / OPR
• Develop and implement headcount management tools to accurately predict the no. of heads that labour needs to be flexed by, or the expected overtime requirement due to excessive orders
• Develop and implement Capacity planning tools
• Drive Live OEE and MRP reporting systems
• Leading and facilitating continuous improvement efforts by directing relevant staff
• Training and improving continuous improvement staff to meet required KPI’s
• Research new equipment technology & promote innovation
• Coordinate Kaizen improvement initiatives at plant level
• Champion problem solving activities b.m.o. 6 Sigma
• Define and implement MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)
• Track and facilitate timely completion of project deliverables
• Promote optimum facility layout
• Create FMEA templates to increase comprehensiveness and reduce compilation time
• Coordinate the integration of the operational plans with engineering systems to ensure maximum plant availability according to organisational objectives
• Collaborate with the relevant stakeholders regarding technical issues to ensure effective integration with existing application of technology
• Review and advise on engineering design progress and status according to the project plan
  and project objectives
• Create Control Plan templates to increase comprehensiveness of Control Plan and reduce new project control plan compilation time.
• Actively participate in the reduction of COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality)
• Auditing - Analyse audit reports/result in terms of repeated deficiencies, reviewing with process Owners

Minimum requirements:

• Must be in possession of a Grade 12 School Leaving Certificate
• Must be in possession of a recognized Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Production or Science or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification
• Advance Computer literacy
• Must have 5 years Automotive/Manufacturing industry experience
• Minimum 5 years in an production / engineering role

Role responsibilities:

• Develop the plant medium to long term manufacturing strategy
• Assist with developing operational strategy
• Align plant Manufacturing Strategy to the overall business strategy
• Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Manufacturing Function and Teams
• Achieve/exceed the annual Manufacturing Operational Plan in accordance to set
• Plan, schedule and monitor production (Sales requirements, stock levels, maintenance requirements, change overs, etc.)
• Oversee production planning
• Approve Production Plans
• Analyse and interpret Production statistics/data in order to identify opportunities for improvements
• Deliver operational results in accordance with Factory Master Plan & Budget
• Ensure appropriate standards are established for plant utilisation and efficiency, and that performance is constantly monitored against these
  standards
• Meet all deadlines & implement continuous improvement savings
• Optimise the manufacturing processes
• Ensure the optimal and efficient use of resources
• Analyse and interpret Production statistics/data in order to identify opportunities for improvements
• Manage plant improvement projects
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performance
• Establish Best Practices for plant utilisation and efficiencies
• Ensure the optimal and efficient use of resources
• Manage plant projects
• Oversee the activities of all contractors in the plant
• Implement Planned Maintenance in line with the Planned Maintenance schedule
• Analyse and interpret Breakdown Reports
• Keep up to date with latest trends and developments through technical literature and technical seminars or trade fairs
• Benchmark manufacturing processes and technology against Best Practices
• Continually measure, monitor and provide improvement plans for improving business systems efficiency and cost reduction program’s
• Recommend establishment of Technical alliances where considered beneficial and ensure any such alliances are fully exploited to the benefit of
  the business

Operations Manager required for global automotive company based in East London.

Your role will include:

• Set the Operative Manufacturing Standards
• Ensure efficient and productive processes
• Facilitate a world-class manufacturing environment and achievement of safety, quality and productivity targets
• Set and monitor the manufacturing standard
• Optimise profitability by minimising error and waste in every part of the business unit
• Provide input into the budget process
• Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)
• Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)
• Promote good Corporate Governance
• Participate in the Audit process
• Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures
• Coach and mentor to ensure standard cycle times are maintained and improved for all production processes
• Provide support for the plants at internal sample and production trials
• Ensure the execution of Change Requests in the plant are actioned and monitored
• Ensure that water-jet standards within the plant are implemented and maintained
• Support problem solving on Process/Equipment to rectify problems or improve process
• Promote good housekeeping and safety

To be considered for this role, you will need to have:

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Engineering or related field
• Minimum 10 Years’ experience in a similar position

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to recruiter2@profilepersonnel.co.za

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• 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

• 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 in order to identify opportunities for improvements
• Oversee the activities of all contractors in the plant

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

• 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

• Maintain IATF 16949 accreditation
• Improve employee’s awareness within the department of Quality Targets and Objectives
• Achieve PPM targets

• Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace
• Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace
• Identify 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

• 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

Minimum requirements:

• Must be in possession of a Grade 12 School Leaving Certificate
• Must be in possession of a recognised Bachelors Degree in Commerce or Science or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
• Must have 5 years senior management experience in the Automotive industry
• Must have an understanding of an income statement, balance sheet and financial ratios.
• Needs understanding of Lean manufacturing principals to ensure good management of the Process Engineering department.
• Good technical aptitude to ensure management of the Maintenance department.

QUALITY INSPECTOR / EAST LONDON – The successful Candidate MUST have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the Manufacturing Industry. Forklift License will be advantageous. Will suit someone close to the IDZ area.

Requirements:

Grade 12/Matric

2 years’ experience in manufacturing quality (automotive will be advantageous)

Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Valid Driver’s License and own transport essential

Job Stability is crucial

Knowledge and experience in:

Inspection of incoming goods

Verification of COC results

Conduct product/dock audits as per audit schedule

Verify conformity of products running in production (Using checking fixtures and scale)

Co-ordinate calibration of measuring equipment with Quality Technician

Inspect and verify checking fixtures according to inspection plan

Control and oversee rework process

Report any non-conformities identified from incoming inspection and production line

Co-Ordinate MSA studies as and when required

Co-ordinate capability studies as and when required

Salary: R7,800 basic + overtime

Application Process:

Online applications will receive preference, ensure you upload a head and shoulder photo, alternatively e-mail CV, head & shoulder photo, qualifications to solutions@workafrica.co.za, use Job Title “QUALITY INSPECTOR” as a reference in the subject field.

Please deem your application as unsuccessful if you receive no feedback after 3 weeks

Automation Technician (Automotive Manufacturing) required for an automotive manufacturing company based in East London.

General purpose: Plan and carry out daily mechanical and electrical maintenance in plant.

Requirements:

• Robotics – ABB essential
• Maintenance experience
• 3-5 Year working experience
• Spot Welding
• Gluing
• Clearing and fixing error codes
• Able to work 3 shifts

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Kerry O’Hagan at Kerry@profilepersonnel.co.za

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.

Exciting new opportunity for a sales representative whos job purpose is to drive growth through the OE, Aftermarket and Truck
channels, including Second-hand Dealers.

• 5 years competitive sales experience in a high performing sales role, with proven track record.
• Experience in successful cold calling will be called required.
• Must have an ability to generate leads and move them through a sales pipeline.
• Prospecting, cold calling and sales conversion is critical to this role.
• Must have the ability to retain customers and build rapport, once they have been converted, and be willing to develop firm relationships through regular face-to-face dealer / customer visits.
• Must possess good communication skills.
• Be totally customer centric.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, analytical ability and positive outlook.
• Good organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate willingness and enthusiasm at all times to engage in training and personal development.
• Be computer literate. Having CRM experience is advantageous.
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Must have own reliable transport and be willing to travel – with petrol card provided

Applicants must have a formally recognized sales or marketing diploma/degree or suitable
qualification.

If you meet all of the above, please send your CV to recruit@pronel.co.za Please note due to high volume responses, only candidates that meet the advertised criteria will be contacted.

To improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify and implement solutions, meet project deadlines and accurately document the necessary requirements to be done in accordance with local / global strategic planning and standards in compliance to the Company's Integrity & Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest. Policy & S.H.E. requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E. tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations

Job Requirements

Willingness to handle problem and incident management – End 2 End
Must have IT Development and Systems Knowledge
Experience in production and logistics processes
Experience with software development methodologies and practices (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
Experience in Data Analysis and Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong Leadership Behaviours with good People Management skills and
Problem Solving Skills
Strong Interpersonal skills to manage relationships with a variety of partners and stakeholders
Must have an excellent ability to multi-task effectively working on several projects synchronously
Experience in rolling out initiatives that leverage multiplatform technologies
Willingness to travel nationally and internationally

Qualification and Experience

Minimum NQF 7 – BSC/BCom/BTech in Information Technology or B. Eng. (Industrial Engineering) or relevant equivalent
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in IT, or at least 6 months participation on our MBSA Graduate Development Programme,
Knowledge of Supply Chain processes in the automotive industry will be beneficial.

Please forward CV and ALL supporting documentation to, recruiter@profilepersonnel.co.za.

Should you not hear from Profile Personnel within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful for the vacancy. Please note all applications will automatically be added to our database for future vacancies.

Job Description
We are looking for talented individuals in the cloud data platform space to support with a new MO360 Azure based initiative.
• Expert knowledge within Cloud based environment – specifically within AZURE.
? Will support within the platform space – assist in setting up best practices, guiding principles, governance templates as well as monitoring and operations support.
? 1 x Network and Security supporting specialists assisting with but not limited to: IaM; General Network support
and coordination; NATs, Gateways, Network Security; Firewalls and Certificate management
? 2 x Data management supporting specialists who will be involved in Database support (e.g. PostgreSQL); Data ingestion topics; Kafka; MQ; RabbitMQ; Microservices and APIs
? 2 x Devops Toolchain and Containerisation management supporting specialists looking after the full DevOps
Toolchain, Databricks, CI/CD; Kubernetes and Docker

The Job Requirements
? Kubernetes/Docker Knowledge
? Very advanced in Databricks (Spark), MLflow & Hyperopt
? Data Engineering
? AZURE Solution Architecture
? AZURE DevOps
? Containerisation (Kubernetes/Docker)
? Database (PostgreSQL)
? Network/Security/Credential management
? Monitoring management
? Pipeline management
? Middleware Integration
? Microgateway knowledge
? Data Ingestion
? Expert Kafka experience and Knowledge
? API orientated approach and knowledge

Qualification and Experience
• Demonstrated ability to foster an environment for ideation, prototyping and production
• Demonstrated business acumen to take from design to implementation and preferably experience scaling a concept
• Must have IT Development and Systems Knowledge
• Experience with software development methodologies and practices (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
• Experience in Data Analysis and Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong Leadership Behaviours with good People Management skills and Problem Solving Skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills to manage relationships with a variety of partners and stakeholders
• Must have an excellent ability to multi-task effectively working on several projects synchronously
• Experience in rolling out initiatives that leverage multiplatform technologies
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
• Willingness to work a 3 shift model
• Ability to perform the minimum required physical and mental requirements of the function.
• Leadership behaviours as per LEAD
• Minimum NQF 7 – BSC/BCom/BTech in Information Technology or B. Eng. (Industrial Engineering) or relevant equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in IT/Manufacturing, or
• At least 6 months participation on our MBSA Graduate Development Programme

Outputs
• Liaise directly with various company manufacturing plants worldwide to provide product and service support.
• Manage and coordinate system upgrades/bug fixes and support with product testing.
• Ensure to interpret business strategy and determine innovative solutions supporting strategy implementation.
• Design and model solutions for customer innovation and experience.
• Perform with innovation development groups to conduct insights as well as design outputs to their work.
• Manage and evaluate innovation pipeline assisting strategic decision-making and Go-to, Market process.
• Design, research, develop, analyse and suggest new concepts as well as strategies.
• Lead and direct different cross-functional programs and projects of varied sizes and types concurrently.
• Manage and attain customer expectations and ensure delivery to fulfil expectations.
• Coordinate all cross-functional activities, represent customers internally and collaborate with leaders in varied areas on allocation across projects and resource planning.
• Ensure to exercise decision-making and independent judgment while being aligned with customers and management.
• Promote innovations to support business requirements through activities that test, pilot and implement innovative concepts
• Manage ideas from design stage through implementation.
• Roll out and analyse the effectiveness of initiatives that leverage multiplatform technologies
• Initiate, develop and maintain a range of working relationships, within IT and from the business
• Performing all outputs in compliance to the Company's Integrity Codes & S.H.E.Q requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E.Q. tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations

Please forward CV and ALL supporting documentation to, caree-lee@profilepersonnel.co.za

Should you not hear from Profile Personnel within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful for the vacancy. Please note all applications will automatically be added to our database for future vacancies.

Counter Sales (Automotive) required for a motor spares company based in East London, Eastern Cape

Education and Experience

• Grade 12/ Matric equivalent
• Previous counter sales experience within the automotive industry
• Motor spares knowledge
• Experienced in taking inventory of stock

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Kerry O’Hagan at Kerry@profilepersonnel.co.za

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.

• Assist with the development of the Human Resources Management Strategic and operational plans
• Translate legislative changes into relevant HR Policies and Practices.
• An in depth understanding of and to comply with the relevant HR Legislation (Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, BBBEE Act, Skills Development Act, MIBCO Main Agreement etc.)
• Assist plants in implementation of interventions and action plans to support the EE strategy.
• Manage the implementation and ensure compliance to the EE strategy.
• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity related processes.
• Monitor, report on trends and provide advice to Line Management regarding labour issues and statistics.
• Shortlist suitable candidates and compile candidate reports.
• Co-ordinate the recruitment process, prepare interview packs and conduct recruitment interviews.
• Ensure verification of candidates’ credentials (qualifications, references etc.)
• Make formal offers of employment and compile and issue letters of regret to unsuccessful candidates.
• Co-ordinate the sign on process (medical, employee data, payroll info etc.)
• Handle all IR matters within the plant
• People Management / Change management

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar role
• Experience in MIBCO aligned Manufacturing environment
• Experience in working with integrated HR information systems (recruitment, people development, succession management)
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of Basic Condition of Employment Act (Act 75 of 1997)
• Knowledge of Labour Relation Act
• Knowledge of MIBCO Main Agreement
• Knowledge of CCMA Act Knowledge of BBBEE Legislation

The Job Requirements:

• Strong leadership behaviors with good People Management skills and Problem Solving Skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills to manage relationships with a variety of partners and stakeholders
• Ability to perform the minimum required physical and mental requirements of the function.
• Experience in Data Analysis and Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of the production control systems and shop floor application environment to ensure first level application support can be carried out by the Client on Site service provider
• Must have an excellent ability to multi-task effectively working on several projects synchronously.
• Strong troubleshooting ability.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
• Willingness to work stand-by
• Personal skills
• Pioneering spirit in dealing with new technologies
• Communication and team skills

Outputs:

• Liaise, manage and work together with the on-site IT service providers to ensure operational availability as per agreed service levels
• Establish and continually improve the agreed IT service delivery service levels and processes
• Provide input towards proactive service monitoring, capacity and infrastructure planning.
• Manage and coordinate the change control process for all planned and emergency changes for one’s area of responsibility
• Ensure IT Security Compliance of infrastructure solutions to approved requirements and standards
• Coordinate incident and problem management for ones area of responsibility, including subsequent root cause analysis and the implementation of the relevant corrective and preventative measures
• Manage and coordinate all tasks and activities performed by the local user service desk (Production).
• Provide ongoing leadership support to the business with regards to client infrastructure.
• Manage risks and ensure IT Security Compliance to the approved requirements and standards for ones area of responsibility
• Implementation / initiation of optimization measures (process, technology, budgets & costs). Support on any new business initiatives for ones area of responsibility. Manage ideas from design stage through implementation.
• Lead and direct different cross-functional programs and projects of varied sizes and types concurrently.
• Perform all outputs in compliance with the Company's Integrity Codes & SHEQ requirements.
• Perform delegated SHEQ tasks and duties and Inform superiors about deviations.

Qualification and Experience:

• Minimum NQF 7 – BSC / BCom / BTech in Information Technology or B. Eng. (Industrial Engineering) or relevant equivalent
• Minimum 3-5 Years’ experience within an office & production environment with technical experience within the MS Windows environment, MS Office Suite, mobile and telephony technology as well as proficient server and network knowledge.
• Experience in Microsoft Power BI reporting
• Experience in IT Service Management : Cooperative, confident handling of business partners and suppliers
• ITIL certifications will be advantageous. I.e.: Foundation, Problem Management, etc.
• Valid driver license and own transport