Supervisor II - LAD

The Supervisor II primary responsibility is to manage all activities related to the manufacturing and assembly of charge propelling 155mm.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Plan, schedule, coordinate and control resources to ensure the efficient manufacturing of charges.
• Maintain production schedule and productivity
• Read, interpret, implement and ensure compliance with Product Specifications, Product Manufacturing Instructions (PMI), Facility Operating Instructions (FOI) and Control Plans (CP)
• Effectively manage and maintain training of personnel
• Maintain explosives environment housekeeping standards and SHE requirements in line with organizational requirements and the Explosives Act.
• Analyze production data such as shift output and rectify bottlenecks.
• Liaise with other functional groups regarding requirements.
• Lead and manage the implementation, and maintenance, of LEAN principles and methodologies within the respective facility.
• Responsible and ethical leadership with a strong ability to maintain discipline
• Knowledge of daily reports and accuracy of information
• Manage consumables and stationery; issue, record, monitor and load requests.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, observe trends and give corrective actions if applicable.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Attention to detail
• Manage and monitor scrap and waste; determine the cause of deviation and initiate corrective action.
• Responsible for monitoring stock levels and accurate recording of stock.
• Read, write and communicate in English
• Communicate daily targets to the team and provide feedback to the Line Manager.
• Any other ad hoc task as requested by the Line Manager

POST REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum qualification: National Senior Certificate or equivalent.
• Atleast 5 years’ experience in explosives or chemical manufacturing with 2 years in a Supervisory role.
• Knowledge of different Charge assembly and handling of hazardous substances and explosive material.
• Ability to make decisions, take initiative and demonstrate good judgement.
• Knowledge of ERP systems related to manufacturing.
• Problem solving skills.
• Administrative skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within a team.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events