Production Foreman - Extrusion Line (Germiston Area)

SUMMARY:
Our Client is urgently looking for a Foreman to run shop floor manufacturing operations on their Extrusion Line.

POSITION INFO:

The Foreman will be responsible for the supervision, co-ordination, material control, testing and
efficient running of manufacturing on the line

MINIMUM SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• A proven track record in a production environment with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a related supervisory/foreman position.
• Minimum Grade 12 but preferably a qualified Artisan.
• Shop floor experience.
• Knowledge of the OSH Act and experience in the administration of Safety,
• Health and Environmental requirements.
• Knowledge of current labour law and basic I.R. procedures.
• Computer literate (particularly Excel) and knowledge of Syspro is a requirement. Previous MRP
• experience will be advantageous.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills at all levels are essential.
• Must we willing and able to work extended shifts – 12 hr shifts.
• Previous plastic line setting is required.
• Must be able to test material (regrind) for suitability to be used on the production line.
• Must be able to test final product to ensure it meets specifications

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF KEY PERFORMANCE

• Supervision and control of all personnel, including workload and time keeping.
• Inspects & tests products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Directs setup and adjustments of machines.
• Studies production schedules and estimates employee hour requirements for completion of job
• assignment. Maximizes efficient use of all resources.
• Ensures that job flows are correctly adhered to as per production schedule.
• Ensure scanning activities are strictly adhered to.
• Ensures that all expenses are controlled and remain within budget.
• Keep waste / scrap to a minimum – takes positive action to prevent recurrence.
• Interprets Company policies.
• Implements and enforces environmental, health and safety regulations and initiatives.
• Interprets specifications, drawings and job orders to employees and assigns duties.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the
• department and/or work crew.
• Analyses and resolves work problems or assists employees in solving work problems.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate employees to achieve work goals.
• Maintain time and production records.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization and to ensure machines adhere to minimum safety standards.
• Continually strives to maintain high standards and reduce production costs.
• Keeps Senior Management fully appraised of production matters.
• Maintains a high standard of housekeeping.
• Material management via Syspro (training will be supplied).
• Assists Production Managers in compiling daily / weekly / monthly production reports.
• Assists with the compilation of procedures, works instructions and safe work procedures as related to the production procedure.
• Hold Green Area meetings with all staff.