Jobs Available at Freedom Stationery (Pty) LTD

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and update WIP schedules and cost trackers.
• Assist in monthly WIP reporting and revenue recognition processes.
• Reconcile WIP balances with actual costs and budgets.
• Support the production of month-end financial reports and audit documentation.
• Identify and resolve cost discrepancies or unbilled/overbilled positions.
• Liaise with operational and finance teams to ensure data accuracy.
• Ensure timely processing of cost information into financial systems.
• Maintain documentation in line with internal controls and audit standards.

Key Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Cost Management Accounting or any related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar cost administration, project finance, or WIP role in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP/project accounting systems is required.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments.
• A proactive, problem-solving attitude.

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Key Responsibilities

• Implement industrial engineering principles to optimize production processes.
• Analyse production data and support lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop and maintain accurate work standards and process documentation (SOPs).
• Conduct time and motion studies and standardize job times across production lines.
• Coordinate plant layout design, process changes, and capital equipment installations.
• Monitor overtime, manage capital structure, and ensure cost-effective resource allocation.
• Facilitate people development and multi-skilling across teams.
• Support Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and manage performance reporting tools.
• Enforce health, safety, and compliance policies across the department.
• Support Freedom Printpak’s Transformation Strategy and business optimization plans.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field (Essential).
• Proven experience working in a manufacturing environment as an Industrial Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, process optimization, and production planning.
• Experience with time studies, work standards, and business process improvement.