Tertiary qualification (Degree or Diploma) in Production Management or Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
Minimum 3 years of experience in production management ideally within a body builder operation
Sound knowledge of Lean Manufacturing system principles
Working knowledge of applicable labour and OCHSA regulations/ laws
Effective leadership, organizational and excellent communication, and time management skills
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Demonstrates commitment to safety and housekeeping
Exhibits ethical behaviours, including honesty, integrity, and trust
Interpersonal skills: sets an example as a powerful, prolific communicator who motivates and inspires others
Collaborates with others to drive results
Ability to motivate and build effective teams
Focused on results: set goals that stretch the team, accept responsibility for the performance of the workgroup, and hold others accountable for results
Leading change: champion for continuous improvement and simplification across the organization
Strategic agility: can direct actions in line with long-term strategic objectives
Ability to work cross-functionally and across all levels of the organization (people management skills)
Ability to work independently and well with teams
Highest level of technical competence, problem-solving skills, innovation, and initiative
Computer literacy, knowledge and experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Windows
Decision-making: analyse complex situations, identify root causes, and make sound decisions
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and motivate the production teams to achieve performance targets
Managing the manufacturing/ fabrication processes
Ensuring that body applications are built following specifications, meeting regulatory and customer requirements
Achieving the production schedule, quality and cost targets
Implementation of continuous improvement initiatives