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POSITION DETAILS

• Lead by example, ensuring a safe and efficient workplace is always maintained. 
• Achieve the required company quality standards ensuring both internal and external customer satisfaction. 
• Ensuring that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) are monitored, and targets achieved
• Liaise and coordinate with support functions to progress issues concerning production planning and resource/skill allocation to ensure delivery of products to schedule within all relevant quality specifications 
• Communicate with the teams by utilizing the visual management, delivering shift briefs with focus on quality, cost and delivery, and gathering ideas for improvement 
• Drive performance of team members, giving direction and feedback to aid good performance 
• Ensure safe working practices are maintained and ‘Standard Operations’ adhered to and all HV Safety Level are completed by all Teams.
• Ensure that non-conformance is challenged and counter-measures are agreed and implemented. 
• Motivate the team to create a high-performance culture where improvement suggestions are embraced 
• Through the utilization of lean manufacturing techniques, strive to exceed the Company targets in productivity, efficiency, and quality on a continuous basis 
• Support the implementation of engineering changes, production trials, model change and pilot build 
• Report and act upon plant or machinery breakdowns to maintenance technicians. 
• Promote Total Productive Maintenance procedures to further improve the availability of the line. 
• Contribute to the improvement of working procedures by constantly looking for solutions to ensure the best productivity results of her/his machinery group and ensuring compliance with procedures, operating instructions and work instructions
• Deal with personnel issues on shift including interaction with the Trade Union, in line with Company Policy and Agreements 
• Responsible for training of operators for products and processes within the local team to L3-4 WITH Versatility tracked.
• Conduct incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and associated reporting and action closure
• Monitor the completion of tasks and ensure good performance and record on appropriate systems 
• Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of them

PERFORMANCE MEASURES/ SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Effectively manage day to day running of his/her teams
• Drive delivery, quality and cost standards to meet business objectives
• Drive process improvements on Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by appropriate data analysis
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA)

• Good understanding of the Ford Production Systems and the application thereof. 
• Sound knowledge of quality procedures and the application thereof (QLS-CM/FIS/WMA)
•  Well-developed written and verbal communication skills to effectively discharge job duties. 
• Ability to sustain and develop team working and team-based problem solving. 
• High level of numerical and analytical ability 
• Possess the ability to lead and motivate a team of people to succeed by utilizing appropriate interpersonal styles including leading by example, setting objectives and defining responsibilities to give a clear sense of direction 
• Ability to build effective relationships with work colleagues
• Ability to sustain and develop team working and team-based problem solving 
• Able to achieve results by setting high standards and committing to clear objectives
• Adaptable to change and varying situations 
• Ability to show resilience and a flexible approach
• Excellent communication skills 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and able to establish logical practical solutions 
• Strong people and performance management skills 
• Computer literate with good numeric skills 
• Full understanding of customer expectations and deliverables with an awareness of the impact of failure/cost of poor quality
• Verify tolerance/engineering specifications
• Define and conduct machine process capability analyses
• Six Sigma driven mindset and methodical approach to be applied to all investigations. 
• Leadership capability to adopt and drive implementation of global best practices
• Ability to interface with senior management and cross functional teams

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma or degree: In Electrical Engineering 
• 5 -10 Years Manufacturing Assembly Experience (Electrical component assembly)
• Understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Kaizen, lean manufacturing 
• Experienced with a number of systems, expert in at least one area and working knowledge of a number of other areas of specialization 
• Full understanding of design and production costs to include waste, downtime, scrap and re-work
• Maintenance and Automated Equipment Experience 

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ROLE SUMMARY

Responsible person will be required to co-ordinate, run, administer, and organize all project activities in cooperation with/and under the direction of the Manufacturing and Plant Engineering Manager, aiming
at the flawless execution of the project.

POSITION DETAILS

• Coordinate activities, resources, equipment, and information in line with project scope and definition.
• Liaise with contractors to identify and define project requirements,scope and objectives.
• Prepare project proposals, timeframes, schedule, and budgets.
• Monitor and track project’s progress and handle any issues that arise.
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status adequately to all participants.
• Use project management tools to monitor working hours, budget,plans, and funding spend.
• Issue all appropriate legal paperwork.
• Report and escalate to management as needed.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports.
• Responsible for Preventive Maintenance updates based on the performed projects – support Maintenance.
• Optimization of preventive maintenance jobs based on break down analysis and findings – support Maintenance.
• Participating in regular core team meetings in line with overall project status and deadlines
• Participation in project completion talks.
• Lead, setup and participate in cross-functional team meetings.
• Link between Plant Facilities team and Production relating to site work specific to Facilities – facilitate the work where and when required.
• Support the Electrical Authorized Person (ESAP) in all substation and electrical power related work for example projects, substation maintenance, upgrades, energy saving initiatives and projects.
• Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Act for all machinery & electrical distribution system

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Meet project delivery deadline. On time completion
• Meet customer requirements and satisfaction.
• Achieve buy off as per outlined objectives.
• Ensure project is within allocated budget.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills. Able to elicit cooperation from a variety of resources.
• Able to define scope of change requests and work with operation teams to size and plan delivery.
• Able to work with a diverse team and adapt communication styles and content to appropriate audiences.
• Effective communication skills to mediate disputes and uncover hidden objections or concerns.
• Able to anticipate and resolve problems before they happen.
• Adaptable to a flexible process structure. Comfortable with a startup, high growth environment where individuals sometimes serve in multiple roles.

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• National diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering / Automation
• Technology or equivalent project professional experience.
• 3 years + Experience in automated plant and project management in the automation portfolio desirable
• 3 years + Experience in MV Electrical networks is desirable.
• 2 years + Experience in AutoCAD is desirable
• Previous experience in cooperating with Project Managers for the delivery of projects
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and of project and management tools
• Resilience, flexibility, teamwork, cost awareness.
• Wiremen’s license will be advantageous

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure scheduling is reviewed and monitored daily.
• Update the broadcast in line with EOL inputs, GPAM and PVS Broadcast notifications.
• Support and update Engineering changes EOL parts in line with the ECU file, New VSCS file and New Calibration files.
• Follow up on aging units in Bodyshop, Paintshop, Stotz and TCF.
• Ensure accurate reports are circulated to the Cross Functional Team.
• Update and Run the offline VMC, RMA broadcasts.
• Support Cross Functional Team with data as an when required.
• Ensure Bodyshop auto buildlist has no errors and is accurate. 
• Track and monitor all Passed to Sales Vehicles daily.
• Monitor Production Constraints in line with the Get Ready Document post MP2 launch program.
• Support Launch Programs for scheduling, broadcasts update and circulating Launch System Fill report.
• Daily aging report circulated to Bodyshop and Paintshop.
• Engage with the IMG team for best practices for continuous improvement.
• Support the Stotz team as the Process Coach on shift.
• Support IT on special projects like patches, upgrades, etc.
• Support different shops with re-prints.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Information Technology/ Informatics/ Systems Programming. 
• EOL/ IT/ Systems Programming experience.
• Minimum 2- 3 years motor vehicle experience in either IT/ EOL/ Programming Engineering experience.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• New Programs: lead engineering works in the development of machining/ engine assembly manufacturing strategy using a combination of proven technology & common practices that align to global manufacturing bill of process (BoP). Lead development of process documentation (DCP, PFMEA, process sheets, error proofing, etc). 
• Support role to meet program timing plans and recovery actions.
• Machine requisition & acceptance: Support new/ refurbished equipment requisition activity from enquiry specification development, purchase, design, initial run-off, installation, final capability and machine acceptance (MAC).
• Production support: Fault finding and analysis of major production issues (quality/process/tooling related) for issue resolution, on a daily basis.
• Standards: Adherence to global, regional & local manufacturing & safety standards.
• Change Implementation: Lead all process/ tooling related MTC’s (manage the change) for all safety, quality, delivery related opportunities.
• Coaching: Provide technical leadership, coaching & teaching to peers to ensure effective skills transfer. Primitive 
• Good understanding and problem solving skills of engine assembly processes   

 Ensure compliance to Plant, Corpoate, Government and Environmental standards (ISO 14001).

• Liaise with Forward Planning and Manufacturing Engineering to co-ordinate changes affecting machining simultaneous engineering (support Manufacturing Engineering function).
• Prepare Capital Investment Budget  projects for engineering projects identified.
• Support Plant Information Center  process and develop action plans as required to investigate and prioritize quality concerns and verify corrective actions on internal processes and supplier process.
• Does the Right Thing – demonstrate tenacity
• Innovation & Technical Excellence: maintain an entrepreneurial spirit
• Courage: display strong but realistic beliefs in own capabilities and ideas
• Drive for results: holds him/herself accountable for achieving results PC software proficiency: Must have user knowledge of MS Office, AutoCad, etc.
• Corporate IT applications: Be familiar with POSMON, QLS-CM, QWorx, Q-Das, FIS, OBL, OMS, QTS, etc.
• Subject matter expert: Be the go to person for component process issues (machining/ engine assembly).
• Problem solving: Strong & logical fault finding ability & work under pressure to find alternate solutions to problems.
• Continuous Learning: Technically curious and self-driven to keep abreast of the latest manufacturing technologies.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, explain detailed problems in simplistic terms.
• Subject matter expert: Be the go to person for component process issues (machining/ engine assembly).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, or Trade tested tool maker with National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
• Good technical knowledge of metal cutting & engineering principles;
• Understanding of production processes, including engine assembly;
• Understanding of casting processes;
• Excellent analytical, rhetorical and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and Autocad;
• Accountable for correct implementation/ use of safety processes to ensure safety of plant personnel;