Production Control Manager
Production Control Manager
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Position: Production Control Manager
Location: Durban SA
Qualification:
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Supply Chain or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in production control planning or operations management in an automotive engineering or manufacturing setting.
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP Oracle etc..
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Clear criminal record
Key Responsibilities:
Production Planning & Scheduling:
- Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and business objectives.
- Coordinate with supply chain procurement and materials planning teams to ensure material availability.
- Monitor production capacity and adjust schedules to optimize workflow and minimize bottlenecks.
- Implement strategies to reduce downtime and improve production efficiency.
- Production Control & Efficiency:
- Oversee daily production activities to ensure adherence to quality safety and efficiency standards.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) cycle times and waste reduction.
- Identify and implement process improvements using Lean Six Sigma or other methodologies.
- Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure minimal equipment downtime.
- Control workinprogress (WIP) inventory levels to maintain efficient production flow.
- Optimize production costs by analyzing waste s and inefficiencies.
- Work with finance teams to align production budgets and costsaving initiatives.
- Lead and develop the production control team ensuring high performance and engagement.
- Collaborate with engineering quality and logistics teams to optimize production processes.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO IATF 16949 for automotive etc. safety regulations and company policies.
- Prepare production reports and performance analysis for senior management.
- Implement corrective actions based on root cause analysis of production issues.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
