Final Assembly Manager : Production

SUMMARY:
A well known manufacturer based in Johannesburg is looking for a Final Assembly Manager to join their team in Production.

POSITION INFO:
Purpose of the Role:
You will manage and drive delivery, quality and profitability within the department, while fostering employee wellbeing and a positive, engaged culture. The role is responsible for overseeing and directing departmental operations, and ensuring effective alignment and integration with the wider organisation. This role reports to the position of Production Manager.

Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12 is essential
Minimum of 3 years’ "production management" experience within a manufacturing environment is essential 
"Final assembly" experience is essential
Automotive / aircraft / machine / engineering industries is required
Proven experience in building, developing, and leading high performance teams

Key Responsibility Areas:
Company Strategy & Alignment
Ensure day-to-day departmental activities align with company strategy and goals.
Coordinate support from other departments (e.g. R&D, Stores, Maintenance) as required.
Work closely with upstream and downstream departments to ensure smooth operations.

Human Resources:
Manage and coordinate leave within the department x 40 staff
Implement and administer company policies, attendance, overtime, and corrective actions.
Provide cover for Supervisor/Foreman absenteeism where required.

Delivery & Operations:
Plan, prioritise, and coordinate production, manpower, and projects.
Ensure effective shift-to-shift coordination.
Oversee and manage process changes, trials, and implementations.
Track, analyse, and report on production metrics, KPIs, targets, and variances.
-Develop and implement corrective action plans where targets are not met.
Ensure clear, well-defined, approved, standardised work methods are in place along with verification systems to ensure adherence to it

People Management & Development:
Appoint, lead and coach Supervisors
Identify talent and drive training, development, and cross-training initiatives.
Foster a positive team culture and maintain high morale.
Conduct performance reviews for Supervisors and team members.

Quality & Continuous Improvement
Ensure routine quality checks are in place and effectively executed.
Address and close out quality issues promptly.
Lead and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintenance
Coordinate major maintenance activities impacting the department.
Ensure regular tool and machinery checks are conducted, recorded, and reported

Employee Wellness & Safety
Maintain overall responsibility for departmental health and safety compliance
Promote a safe and healthy working environment.

Cost Management:
Identify opportunities for cost reduction.
Drive and implement cost-saving initiatives.

Preferred:
Sound knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Collaborative approach with strong problem-solving abilities

Core Competencies;
Leadership & People Development: Ability to coach, provide feedback, manage conflict, and motivate teams effectively
Quality Mindset: Commitment to first-time-right quality and data-driven decision-making
Operational Excellence: Strong capability in scheduling, capacity planning, and improving throughput
Communication: Clear, effective communication across all levels of the organisation