24 Manufacturing jobs in Eastern Cape on Job Mail

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce; Science or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years Senior Management experience in the Automotive industry.
• Must have an understanding of an income statement, balance sheet and financial ratios.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principals to ensure good management of the Process Engineering department.
• Good technical aptitude to ensure management of the Maintenance department.

• 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 with set targets.
• Approve production plans.
• Analyse production reports.
• Customer and supplier relations.
• Develop and update Manufacturing Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.

• 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.
• Ensure 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.

• 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).

• 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.
• Determine the training needs of the department.
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels.
• Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.).
• Resolve grievances and disputes.

QUALITY ENGINEER

Role Purpose:

Identifying quality issues, establishing containment, developing, and implementing countermeasures to ensure acceptable quality for company products and parts. Performs activity related to the development, implementation, operation, and documentation pertaining to maintaining quality for company parts.

Duties:

• Control quality policies, procedure, system and standards in the plant
• Instructing production employees in quality-relevant aspects of assigned components and production processes
• Carrying out regular product and process audits according to VDA6.5 and 6.3
• Maintenance of Process Flow Chart, Control Plan and FMEA
• To ensure that Quality, Health, Safety and Environment are met at all stages of the process
• Manage and conduct receiving inspection
• Experience in 3D scanning
• Ability to read customer drawings
• Planning and implementation of sampling activities for changes and relocations after series handover
• Conducting MSA, SPC and PPAP
• Processing of customer complaints (0km as well as warranty) in the corresponding customer system
• Conducting root cause analysis with: 5why, Ishikawa and 8D
• All other tasks that this job requires

Requirements:

Relevant tertiary qualification plus min 3 years experience as per the above

Our national automotive manufacturing client is looking for a well seasoned Production Team Leader.

Tertiary production qualification plus min 2 years Production Team Leader experience essential

Mechanical Foreman (Wood / Wet Prep), Eastern Cape, Rneg + Company Housing

• Matric/ Grade 12 or equivalent
• N4 Certificate - Mechanical Engineering
• Qualified Fitter or Millwright
• 5 years Manufacturing plant experience
• 5 years general plant maintenance experience and wet preparation area experience
• Minimum 5 years proven supervisory management and job planning experience an advantageous .
• Previous wood industry experience would be advantageous

DUTIES:

• To manage all mechanical maintenance, and shut work and to ensure machine availability
• Ensure compliance to maintenance business processes within area of responsibility
• Development and implementation of maintenance standards and maintaining of equipment to these standards
• Training and development of plant engineering team to comply with laid down standards
• Conducting of audits to ensure compliance to standards
• Responsible for maintenance and incidental shut planning and execution
• Manage and motivate sub-ordinates effectively
• Cost control of maintenance expenditure within the budget parameters for section

EXTRA:

The position calls for a person with the ability to communicate and manage a team.

• Problem solving abilities .
• Familiar with OHASA standards .
• Good knowledge of Hydraulics .
• Good knowledge of Pneumatics .
• Leadership and management skills
• Computer literate on Windows programs, knowledge of MS Projects will be advantageous
• Self-starter with proven track record of achievement

Maintenance Manager (Heavy Machinery / FMCG), Eastern Cape, RNeg+ Benefits

• Min N6 And Trade Test ( Millwright) – Olifantsfontein Trade Tested
• Excellent Understanding Of Mechanical And Electrical Engineering And Engineering Standards
• • 3 to 5 years’ experience in managing/supervising the maintenance function/team
• Sound Knowledge Of The Ohs Act
• Strong Experience In Budget Control, Capex, Projects, Continuous And Preventative Maintenance
• Exp in Heavy Manufacturing Industries, - Would Be strong Advantage
• 3 Years’ Automation Experience (PL’s)
• 3 Years Maintenance Manager Experience In Manufacturing Concern
• 3 Years Knowledge And Experience In Running Shut Downs And Preventative Maintenance Planning (Instrumentation, Fitters, Electricians & Millwrights)
• Min 3 Years Health And Safety Knowledge And Experience

Preventative Maintenance

• Ensuring The Proper Working Condition of equipment
• Achieve planned maintenance activities

• Plan and coordinate the preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of plant machinery, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment.
• Coordinate with Plant Manager, Shift Managers and Supervisors to schedule maintenance and project work.
• Coordinate and evaluate outside contractor maintenance work and shut downs
• Prepare and manage capital equipment installation projects.
• Oversee tradesmen performing project work.
• Assist in preparation of plant budget.
• Provide technical assistance to Plant Shift Managers and Supervisors
• Ensure inspection of equipment and machinery and recommend repair or replacement.
• Estimate time and material costs of repair or modification work.
• Initiate requisitions for necessary equipment materials, rental equipment or contracted
• Review operating reports and inspection records to identify faulty equipment.
• Maintain a computerized maintenance management system.
• Train personnel in the use of predictive maintenance equipment.
• Take ownership of full Maintenance function and Management of Personnel

To manage the Primary and Secondary Distribution within the mandate authorised by the Executive. Focus on the key performance metrics of People, Product, Cost, Quality and Compliance. Explore, develop, and implement innovative and entrepreneurial improvement in Distribution that differentiates company from its competitors and continually improves customer experience. Carry out any other reasonable instruction.

Qualifications and experience:

• Must have 5 – 10 years logistics management experience
• Must have 5 years FMCG experience
• Proven track record of effective cost management
• Experience in a HACCP/ISO governed distribution environment preferential
• Must be proficient in MS Office
• Leading coaching and mentoring of employees
• Use company logistics management system to create relevant and attainable goals
• Keep team updated on the overall business results
• High quality recruitment
• Code 08 (B) driver’s license

Responsibilities:

• Leading coaching and mentoring of employees
• Use company logistics management system to create relevant and attainable goals
• Keep team updated on the overall business results
• High quality recruitment
• Put plans in place for team development in line with the Care & Growth philosophy
• Accurate planning, forecasting, resource setting and adherence to budgets
• Cost Control
• Fixed and Variable management
• Strategic cost management
• Assets and capex plans are relevant and project a long-term focus in order to promote effective decision making.
• On – time Delivery
• Fleet Capacity and utilization
• Capacity Utilization
• Customer Services
• Cold Chain Management
• Delivery execution Management
• ERP systems
• Stock management
• Maintain Safe, Healthy, and risk-free environment
• Adhere to standards set in ISO and HACCP policy documents

Job Responsibilities

General

Demount and Fitting tyre

Keeping the workplace Clean and Tidy

Must Wear PPE at All Times

Be able to complete Job Tickets

Be able to deal with customers

Admin

Matching Tyres with Invoices

Requirements

Grade 12

Forklift license

Literate (Must be able to Read and Write)

Able to work under Pressure

Able to work as a Team

Able to work Overtime when required

Good Communicator

Attention to Detail

Reliable and honest

Purpose:

Responsible for developing and implementing process strategies, managing process resources, optimizing current processes and updating engineering documentation (Process Flow, FMEA, Control plan, SWI).

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensures continuous process improvement in cost, quality and production.
• Good knowledge base in Automotive Process "Failure Mode Effect Analysis" (FMEA) and Control Plans, provide necessary technical input and problem-solving using 8D process for potential and actual process failures.
• Good knowledge base of IATF, ISO, Quality & Environmental Systems, Energy management systems and TPM Standards
• Control process engineering projects and resolves engineering problems with internal departments and OEM’s.
• Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional processes areas and new projects.
• Develop Annual Capex budget.
• Resolving problems arising from internal operations, OEM’s and requiring coordination Shift Process Engineers with other departments.

Requirements:

• Relevant Engineering diploma/degree with two years relevant experience in an Automotive Manufacturing environment or
• A relevant trade tested qualification with five years relevant experience in an Automotive Manufacturing Environment
• Mitsubishi PLC, Motoman Yaskawa Spray Robotics, HVAC Clean Room Systems, Krauss Maffei Injection Moulding, BMC technology
• Jig design for technical services, paint processes and new projects
• Vacuum Plating Technology
• Auto Cad and Project Management experience is advantages
• Must be able to work as part of an industrial process, project engineering and technical services team to think creatively in solving equipment, project and production manufacturing problems

Plant Fitter, Mthata Eastern Cape, Rneg + Company Housing

• Grade 12
• Trade test as Fitter (Olifantsfontein – Section 28)
• 5 years exp as Fitter in plant/ Manufacturing concern
• Strong fitting ability
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Basic welding
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a team environment
• To Do Maintenance and Breakdown Repairs on All Mechanical Equipment
• To Perform Inline Inspections.
• To Perform Plant Shutdown Work.
• Reports Any Difficulties Or Faults Arising In The Operation Or Utilization Of The Equipment
• Maintain OHASA Standards And Ensure High Levels Housekeeping.
• Adhere To All Health & Safety Regulations

Our client based in Humansdorp is looking for an experienced a Production Superintendent - Powder Plant.

Requirements:

• National Diploma/B Tech and preferably Chemical Engineering.
• Grade 12/Matric
• Must be very strong in quality.
• Consumer focus.
• Results driven.
• Collaboration with others.
• Complexity.
• At least 3-5 years managerial experience in a dairy production or FMCG environment.
• A sound practical knowledge of dairy processing.
• Application of good manufacturing practices along with the ability to communicate well and motivate staff will be required for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead high performance teams while overseeing activities related to the production and logistics of milk powder in Humansdorp.
• The successful jobholder will ensure functional and leadership delivery within the Powder Production to drive constant improvements in Safety, Quality, Cost, Service & People - SQCDM and also ensure that company procedures are maintained and adhered to in order to achieve agreed KPI's which will include production volumes, yields, utility usages and product quality.
• Coordinating production and maintenance.
• Coordination and development of employees, production planning, stock control and ensuring that proper record keeping is practiced ensuring compliance to our quality and safety systems aligned with international standards.
• Promote a high level of employee engagement and overall morale and will report to the Production Manager.

If you are not contacted within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Position will provide HR Generalist support and advice to ensure effective & efficient delivery of HR service to management, Trade Unions and all employees. To ensure Compliance and fair implementation of the companies HR Policies & Procedures as well as compliance with Industry Agreements and the country’s Labour Legislation

• Strong HR Administration (High level Excel competence. Taking Minutes, scheduling various meetings such Monthly & Quarterly Shop Steward/Management, Employment Equity & Skills Development, HR report writing, etc.)
• Proven Track Record: dealing with NUMSA
• CCMA/Dispute Resolution Centre: Proven track record in preparing Bundles (Employer, Witnesses and Applicant/NUMSA)
• Planning: someone who can prioritize and handle simultaneously multiple HR tasks/Projects. Managing own time.
• Communication: dealing with day-to-day Communication at levels from Shop-floor to Senior Management
• Delivery driven/Results Orientated: must understand that deadlines must be met and are not negotiable

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12
• Human Resources Qualification
• At least 5 years experience in an HR role from manufacturing environment

Maintenance Engineering Manager (GCC Factories), Eastern Cape, Rneg + ben

• B-Eng, BSc Electrical or BSc Mechanical (GCC Factories advantageous).
• 1 for Plant
• 5 years’ experience in a technical lead role in a FMCG environment (high speed packaging advantageous).
• Superior proficiency in computer applications (Krones Site Pilot and Asset management advantageous).
• Established relationships and networks with stakeholders in the machine supply chain.
• Exceptional fault-finding & diagnostic skills.
• Demonstrated maintenance planning, implementation, and control.
• ISO45001 implementation and compliance.
• FSSC22000 accreditation and compliance.

DUTIES:

Cost management (Control maintenance and CAPEX budgets).

Staff supervision and training.

Machine efficiencies, plant utilization.

Preventative, scheduled maintenance planning and execution.

Total asset care which includes facility maintenance.

To carry out regular checks on all the manufacturing equipment ensuring that it can produce to the desired machine efficiency.

To draw up and maintain a maintenance schedule and procure required spares;

To draw up and continuously update Maintenance SOP’s.

To manage all maintenance personnel,

Be responsible for total asset care, including the buildings.

Involved with the planning, coordination and control of Manufacturing processes

Our client based in Humansdorp is looking for an Intern Data Analyst position to join their team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Applied Mathematics/ Mathematics.
• Matric/ Grade12
• Possess exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills, ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering key initiatives to achieve the company’s milestones on BI and Data & Analytics related deliverables.
• Evaluate business requirements and processes, assist in building analytical and statistical solutions for the business.
• Perform data analysis, formulate a Business Requirement Specification (BRS) and design analytical solutions.

If you are not contacted within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our client based in Humansdorp has a position available in their organization for an Industrial Engineering / Operations Management Intern.

Requirements:

• Grade 12/ Matric
• Industrial engineering, Operations, or production Management qualification.
• Be self-driven and have strong leadership abilities.
• Previous working experience in the production environment will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive practical training and exposure in the production environment to supervise large groups of people and coordinating activities to ensure the achievement of the daily Production plan.
• Ensure compliance to the safety and quality systems, enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices and general administrative duties.

If you are not contacted within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our client based in Port Elizabeth has an Assistant Accountant position available in their organization.

Requirements:

• Experience working in a Bookkeeping role.
• A degree / diploma in bookkeeping.
• Computer literate and proficient in Excel.
• Pastel experience.
• High attention to detail.

Working hours for this role is from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

If you are not contacted within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We have an opportunity for an Production Admin Clerk to join our team in East London (Quenera North) on a contract basis.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• Computer Literate (MS Office package)
• Must be able to communicate in English
• Must be customer orientated
• Shift production hours, after hours as / when required
• SAP/ERP Experience
• Excellent organisation skills
• Punctuality
• MS Office (Word, Excel, etc)
• Numerical understanding
• Efficient in sorting out queries
• Must be focused and pay attention to detail
• Must be honest

Job Description

• Responsible for attending to customers as point of sales and telephonic sales
• Assisting sales rep with queries
• Doing all production admin functions and stock takes (Raw, finished goods) and engineering
• Responsible for despatch
• Must adhere to the Health and Safety policies
• Be at your workstation 5 minutes prior to the start of production
• Follow 3 simple rules – LOOK, THINK, ACT
• Ensure onsite customer services queries and issues are resolved to an exceptional standard
• Provide continuously and professionally feedback on stock, generally follow up and feedback on new developments
• Assist with walk in customers professionally as they enter the office
• Answer incoming calls promptly and professionally
• Manage safety together with the plant manager.
• Identify specific safety hazards that will be encountered in the performance of your work and take corrective action to minimize these
• Wear personal protective clothing provided by the company
• Escalate any safety issue within their work area
• Hand out PPE to customers and visitors
• Responsible for despatching correct products, colors and quantities with correct information and documentation
• To confirm and receive daily stock input from the Production Department
• To liaise with Internal Sales regarding stock availability. Check daily stock availability against sales required
• To supervise other yard personnel
• Process delivery notes and schedule deliveries and collection with transporters and customers
• To ensure that correct product is always loaded
• To ensure correct quantities are always despatched
• To ensure only quality-approved product is despatched
• To ensure product is despatched only from designated stacks
• To ensure loading takes place as per the standard format from the stacks
• To conduct a monthly stock count
• Ensure the day-to-day office and plant administration is conducted
• Ensure the production checks daily
• Manage the staff’s wages i.e., shift rosters and weekly wages
• Reporting to management respectively
• Plant shift rosters and assist with planning of staff
• Ensure all staff starter packs are concluded and any HR / IR matters administration for the plant employees with the foreman
• All administration functions designated to you for action by the plant manager
• Purchasing and procuring of item as requested by Plant manager
• Creating, stacking, and tracking of production orders
• Writing of production and yard breakages
• Batch documents for courier to accounts payable, plant and customer service
• Issuing of raw materials on sage, e.g., diesel, Ip.
• Administrate and co-ordinate stock takes, finish goods, raw materials, and engineering spares
• Petty cash

A well-established, market leader in the mining and construction industry requires a Maintenance Supervisor to be based at the branch in Port Elizabeth.

Salary is R250,000 per annum (total cost to company).

Responsibilities

• Stock control
• Manage and oversee refurbishment of stock as required
• Manage and oversee warranty calls
• Implement and maintain processes related to stock control and stock movement
• Manage and control material store and stock levels
• Manage maintenance staff and delegate daily tasks
• Ensure and manage OHS procedures when carrying out maintenance and refurbishment

Requirements

• Matric
• 3 years' experience in a similar field/industry
• General maintenance experience, including plumbing and electrical
• Staff supervision experience
• OHS compliance experience
• Valid driver's license
• Computer literate

This job may be removed before it expires.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.

Description:

Code 14 with PDP

Driving Experience at least 5 years

Willing to work overtime if required

Physically fit to assist when needed with offloading of vehicle

Clear criminal record and no endorsements on license

General admin ability with good communication skills in English

Good work ethic

Contactable references where prior driving experience was gained

Must be available immediately

Our client based in Port Elizabeth is looking to employ a Project Engineer.

Requirements:

• Minimum National Diploma Electrical / B.Eng Mechatronics or NQF level 4 or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience in Automation is advantageous.
• Mechanical, Electronics, and Electrical Troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of electrical processes.
• Ability to work long hours and weekends.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Quality Focus and Team Player.
• Driver’s License and own transport essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of PLC Software Systems (Siemens and Mitsubishi).
• Mechanical, pneumatic, and paint-related service and project activities on paint sealing robots.
• Project planning, Installation, and commissioning support for installations.
• Build sound business relationships with customers, related to service activities.
• Site safety implementation during projects and service work.
• Technical assistance during production support time (Breakdown).

Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying please consider your application unsuccessful.