Overview

Our client in the Timber industry is seeking a Senior Production Manager to join their team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for overseeing all operations in a manner that allows for the most effective and efficient production of products required by the defined plan of operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12/Matric
• Relevant tertiary education qualification
• 15 years of business experience with at least 5 of these years having experience in a senior production management position including oversight of service divisions such as maintenance
• Experience in developing and implementing production plans, process controls, and quality controls
• Experience in planning and implementing technological upgrades
• Financially literate and skilled in the preparation and control of budgets
• Knowledgeable and current on basic labour legislation
• A sound ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with persons from different cultures
• Basic computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job Responsibilities

• Planning, controlling, and directing the production operations
• Taking responsibility for the management of sites in all respects.
• Ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, efficiency, and profitability of departmental and organizational operations through the provision of effective methods and strategies.
• Formulating and implementing policies and procedures to maximize output and reduce risks
• Manage and motivate all staff to follow labour laws and company policies
• Ensuring the maintenance and maintenance scheduling of all machinery and equipment in the department
• Ensuring a high-level housekeeping standard in the department

Key Competencies / Skills

• Analytical thinking
• Initiative
• Decision making
• Maintain relationships
• Team player