Fabrication Foreman

Manage activities and supervise employees involved in the departmental operations. Assure the process, production requirements, and product quality expectations and that customer needs are met. Assure that the production plan as set by the PCP department is followed and met, to ensure smooth production. Strategically be able to plan and arrange employees and equipment to allow economic success in the department. Be able to receive interpret and process information given, (via e-mail or phone) and respond via phone or e-mail to resolve any shortcomings. Provide feedback through weekly monthly and daily report to Factory manager and other divisions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direction and leadership to the departmental team to achieve high quality productivity and safety standards.
• Ensures compliance to production schedules, process quality, efficiency standards, budget, inventory, and data reporting. (stock take)
• Plan production meetings, worker schedules, production activities, machine maintenance plans and maintain product quality and budgets.
• Develop and monitor maintenance simplification, as well as, request preventative and/or corrective maintenance of machines and equipment, aiming to keep them in perfect working order
• Review the individual and collective protection equipment provided to employees, instructing them on the correct use of the equipment, as well as, arrange the replacement of the equipment, aiming to keep them in perfect condition. Ensure that all employees effected use the protective equipment provided.
• Be responsible for maintaining an adequate supply of departmental shop supplies and materials and assure proper maintenance of equipment, tools and housekeeping.
• Facilitate clear communications between other divisions and departments in the group ensuring harmonious production.

Qualifications and Experience

• Matric with at least 5 years’ experience in fabrication.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite: Word, Excel and outlook is essential.
• Knowledge of Syspro will be advantageous.
• A code 8 driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Out of office traveling required from time to time, to assist with warranty claims and repair work.