Dispatch Manager (Production) - Epping at SA Metal Group

Responsibilities (NOT limited to the below)

• Daily planning of department needs with the Dispatch/ Production Managers.
• Manage attendance & timekeeping of employees, receive sick notes, follow up on late-comings.
• Adhere to health and Safety regulations for department and staff.
• Site inspection (Loading Areas / Stacking Areas).
• Inspect operators/ drivers’ machines daily.
• Ensure that loading instruction are followed correctly and liaise with dispatch manager, operations manager and divisional director to confirm all instructions.
• Plan and prepare processing of metal with Production Manager.
• Ensure all instructions on loading checklist are done accuratly.
• Confirm loading instructions received and indicate which commodity to load into container.
• Work according to planned schedule and follow instructions.
• Ensure loading areas / ramps are clean and safe.
• Ensure housekeeping of storage areas are completed at all times.
• Ensure that stock is accurate at storage bays.
• Support dispatch admin staff by understanding, assisting and providing administrative support.
• Attend meetings (Safety & Production).
• Facilitate Health & Safety Toolbox Talks.
• Adhere to Health & Safety Regulations.
• Testing and ensuring that all metal that is purchased and dispatched is radiation free.
• Ensure that all Employees’ Written Task Procedures are up to date and explained to staff.

QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE

• NQF Level 5 Qualification in Logistics or Project Management.
• A minimum of between 5-8 years’ experience in a production/ manufacturing industry.
• Previous experience in a managerial or supervisory position.
• Logistic experience.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) with advanced excel experience,
• Knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently utilize available resources.
• Knowledge of Company Rules & Regulations.
• Knowledge of production planning and goal setting.
• Good knowledge of H&S regulations.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime.
• Ability to write reports and procedure manuals.