Overview:

To lead and manage the Business Unit to achieve company objectives. The position reports to the Business Unit Operations Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Commerce, Science or relevant equivalent
• Degree (NQF 7) in Commerce, Science or relevant equivalent (advantageous)
• 5+ years senior management experience in the Automotive industry

Responsibilities:

Strategy:

• 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

Planning:

• Approve production plans

Production Management:

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

Project Management:

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

Continuous Improvement:

• 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

Reporting:

• Analyse production reports
• Present Monthly, Quarterly and Annual performance, forecast and budget reports

Customer Relations:

• Analyse production reports
• Present Monthly, Quarterly and Annual performance, forecast and budget reports

Supplier Relations:

• Analyse production reports
• Present Monthly, Quarterly and Annual performance, forecast and budget reports

Financial Management:

• 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

SHE:

• 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

Quality Management System:

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

Policies and Procedures:

• Develop and update Manufacturing Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.
• Ensure the above are followed.

People Management:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• 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
• Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Department
• Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility
• Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility
• Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning
• Determine the training needs of the Department
• Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Resolve grievances and disputes