Understands the applications of the different material management systems (Kanbans, 5S, JIT, Lean)Experience bringing teams and processes from development to productionAble to effectively communicate with engineering and production (verbal and written)Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracyAbility to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.Schematics: engineering drawings, circuit layouts, and parts listCable Harnesses: wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and parts list.Mechanical Assemblies: mechanical drawings and parts listsStrong leadership skillsSafety training and/or safety certificationsExperience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equationExperience with applying lean manufacturing principles, efficiency methodsApproachable disposition, broad-minded and open to rapid changing requirementsCalming demeanour in high-pressure situations with tenacity to resolve conflict for permanent problem resolutionAbility to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environmentComputer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.Assure continued training and skills development to attract, develop, and retain great peopleMust be able to set a high hiring bar while evaluating and hiring top talentExtremely customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skillsA demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of diverse skillsA continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always optimisingExceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversightForecasting and budgeting equipment and consumables for responsible areasIdentify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiencyBroad/deep scheduling and planning skill setA working knowledge of safety standards and ISO systems.Experience with large project controls. Proficiency with resource loaded schedules using Primavera (P6), Open Plan, MS Project, or other softwareExperience implementing automation into production processesCreative problem solver that can assess risk and make decisions without all available dataSelf-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organisational, communication and documentation skillsExperience with written and visual work instructionsStrong sense of accountability and integrityUnderstand resource allocation requirements relative to customer demandExposure to mass production, knowledge of capacity planning and aware of critical processesProblem solving techniques (ed7 steps, PDCA and Six sigma)Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimise itThe post Senior Production Manager – Harnesses – Automotive appeared first on freerecruit.co.za.