Overview
Production Manager Jobs in East London, South Africa at Lear Corporation
East London Plant
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Company Overview
Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of more than 165,000 talented employees in 37 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks #186 on the Fortune 500.
Further information about Lear is available at , or follow us on Twitter @Lear Corporation.
Key Responsibilities
- Production planning & monitoring
- Goal setting & measurement
- Safety
- Housekeeping – 5 S
- Quality
- Manpower planning
- Project involvement
- People management
- Risk assessment
- Continuous improvement – Kaizen projects
- Line balancing / value stream mapping
Educational Requirements
Key skills and
Qualifications:
- Industrial Engineering or Production Management National Diploma or equivalent.
- 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment, of which at least 5 years have been at a Managerial level.
- Experience in a JIT environment would be an added advantage.
Special Requirements
- Strong management skills, i.e. effective people management, problem solving and planning skills.
- Assertiveness and ability to take responsibility and accountability.
- Ability to interact with the customer and to motivate employees.
- Ability to work shifts.
Why Lear
We offer a fantastic place to work, opportunity to grow and being part of a company who places its people first.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Competitive social perks including Paid Vacations
- Access to Learning and development opportunities
- Opportunities to give back to the community
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.
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Title: Production Manager
Company: Lear Corporation
Location: East London, South Africa
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