Section Manager (Manufacturing / Factory) Trade Te

Executive Placements · Despatch

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An experienced and hands-on Section Manager to lead Charge Room operations within a manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Production Manager , you will drive production performance, coordinate maintenance activities, lead Shift Supervisors and ensure production targets are achieved through continuous improvement. Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric). • National Certificate in Engineering, Electrical or Technical Field (NQF 5). • Trade Tested Electrician or Millwright. • Certificate in Accounting and Leadership/Supervisory Management. • Diploma (NQF 6) or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (NQF 7) advantageous. • 10 years' experience in electrical production/manufacturing operations. • 5 years' supervisory or management experience. • Computer literate (MS Office and production systems). Technical Competencies:

• Production and manufacturing management. • Maintenance planning and coordination. • Continuous improvement and process optimisation. • Production planning and performance monitoring. • Risk, compliance and budget management. • Staff leadership and performance management. Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and improve production systems to maximise efficiency, productivity and output. • Monitor production performance, investigate deviations and implement corrective action plans. • Work closely with Engineering, Production Control and Maintenance teams to optimise equipment availability. • Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and meet production targets. • Ensure production standards, procedures and operating methods are consistently implemented. • Identify operational risks and maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. • Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and represent the department in operational meetings. • Lead, coach and develop Shift Supervisors through performance management and employee development initiatives. • Contribute to budgeting, monitor expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Promote continuous improvement initiatives across production operations. Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills. • Proactive and action orientated. • Excellent planning and organisational ability. • Analytical with strong problem-solving skills. • Resilient and adaptable under pressure. • Customer and stakeholder focused. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. To Apply: Submit your detailed CV, proof of qualifications, recent head & shoulders photo and contactable references. Should you not receive feedback within 2 weeks, please consider yo

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