Assembly Production Manager - Plastics ManufacturingLocation: West Rand, JohannesburgDepartment: ManufacturingReporting to: Factory ManagerThe OpportunityA leading manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Assembly & Production Manager to oversee daily production operations, drive manufacturing performance and lead the Assembly DepartmentThis role requires a hands-on leader with solid plastics manufacturing experience, within injection moulding, and a proven track record in people management, Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvementThe successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, safety and operational excellenceKey Responsibilities
Oversee daily assembly and production operations, including casting, assembly and packing
Plan and allocate labour, materials and production resources to meet operational targets
Drive production efficiency, quality, productivity, stock control and on-time dispatch
Lead, manage, coach and develop production teams to achieve performance objectives
Monitor production KPIs, identify performance gaps and implement corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the department
Implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Takt Time and One-Piece Flow principles
Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve workflow and optimise resource utilisation
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, health and safety regulations, PPE requirements and housekeeping standards
Matric with Mathematics and English
A qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Production, Operations, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering
A Supervisory Management Certificate would be advantageous
Minimum 5 years' production experience within plastics manufacturing, preferably injection moulding
Minimum 5 years' supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven practical experience applying Takt Time and One-Piece Flow methodologies
Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 6S principles
Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification, or demonstrable practical experience
Computer literacy, including MS Office
Willingness to work shifts, overtime and extended hours as operationally required
Desired Skills:
Assembly
Production
Plastics 6S