Group Leader (Olifantsfontein)

MAN Automotive (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of MAN Truck & Bus AG in Germany, is a leading manufacturer of medium, heavy and extra-heavy trucks, as well as commuter buses and luxury coaches. The product has been represented in South Africa since the early 1960’s, initially through agents Meyer and Hiller. The South African operation has its headquarters in Isando as well as an assembly plant (Pinetown), a bus and coach manufacturing facility (Olifantsfontein) a central parts depot (Isando), a used commercial vehicle operation in Centurion and a widespread national sales, service and parts dealer network. The MAN Training Academy is also situated in Isando and offers a wide range of technical courses to apprentices and qualified artisans, ensuring that the MAN organization in South Africa is always at the leading edge of technical know-how. A network of 14 full dealerships and 15 service and parts dealerships is strategically situated throughout Southern Africa, in order to provide complete support to MAN’s widespread customer base.Description Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities. Oversee and coach employees. Ensure the safe use of equipment & schedule regular maintenance of equipment. Check production output according to specifications. Facilitate Performance Management. Complete production plan daily. Ensure project-based duties are delivered on time. Maintain quality requirements on processes/products. Maintain safe and clean work environment. Maintain the parts inventory & continuously check accurate parts are used in the department. Continuous checking and updating of documentations for the respective department. Ensure all meetings are attended by everyone in your department, Attend production meeting daily. Ensure that departmental reports are done on time Work with Quality to ensure standards are adhered to. Assist employees with their ESS on a continuous basis. Manage departmental communication and updates. Measure and analysis of manufactured structures. Review and approve product designs and changes for manufacturing. Liaise with clients on technical issues and specifications. Participate in continuous improvement of processes through promoting Kaizen and QC Circle. Reduce waste (MUDA) (process time), use of consumable items and energy consumption. Manage time and attendance of staff members - plan absentee cover. Ensure equipment is within calibration date and all systems are functioning correctly. Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the department. Ensure that non-conforming materials is clearly identified and segregated. Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems. Sign off completion in protocol book. Requirements Qualifications: Electrical Engineering Degree. Grade: 12 Matric Certificate. Skills: Problem Solving Skills. Project Management Skills. Reliable, performance oriented and self-motivated. Work independently though being a team player. Able to read and interpret drawings. Focus on quality and output performance. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Products Measure and analysis of manufactured structures. Computer Literate. Measurement and analysis of manufactured structures. Must be a self-starter and be able to work with little supervision. Encourage Team work. Code EB drivers license. Experience: Experience in a similar role in the automotive industry - 5 years. Experience with some problem-solving tools (any of: 8-discipline; PDCA; DMAIC etc.) - 1 year. Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems - 1 year.