Production Manager

The Production Manager will ensure that the operation functions and performs at its optimum level with the Distribution Centre. Primary RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure all procedures are in place, for an efficient shift handover in all areas of production. Ensure that full briefing between production managers is done on each hand over of shift. Brief all Production Supervisors on the daily targets / setting hourly goals to ensure effective production efficiency. Ensure the total production headcounts is sufficient. Ensure KPIs are set to get the maximum out of direct time performance and Time keeping is adhered to. Ensure consistency in housekeeping. Ensure staff gets the correct training to ensure that standards being maintained. Ensure a safe working environment is maintained and staff adheres to safe working procedures. Ensure stock from the receiving floor gets put away in a set time frame. Ensure reports are pulled as often as possible to see how the work is spread out per section, for Picking and Reach Trucks. Monitor late picks and short picks. Ensure Pickers are in-sync with Reach trucks and Replenishment. Ensure pallet selects are managed. Manage all aspects of the production line from receiving to dispatch. Ensure all machinery is in good and working condition throughout the shift. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT: Monitor attendance of all staff in Production. Ensure all workers are wearing the correct PPE. Ensure that Training and Development is in place. Compile Daily complement report and send to ADfusion Production Manager. Ensure Production runs well and, queries are dealt with timeously in liaison with ADfusion Production Manager. PROCESS EVALUATION: Evaluate and communicate implications, and risks of proposed operational process changes as necessary to the QC Manager. Continuously identify, analyze, and communicate cross-functional process issues and recommendations as and when required to the QC Manager. N.B* This is a 6 months long contract Minimum Experience: 2-3 years of experience in a Logistics/Manufacturing/Distribution /TES or Facilities Management Environment Min 2 years of supervisory experience Computer literate (MS Office) Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 Degree or Diploma in Food Technology or equivalent will be advantageous. Experience in a Logistics/Manufacturing advantageous