Job Title: Production Scheduling Supervisor
Location: Gqeberha
Job Type: Full-time
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monthly Planning
· Receive and review sales rolling forecasts
· Balance production capacity across all shops to meet demand
Weekly Planning
· Set model launch sequence, ensuring no more than three colour changes per day
· Release Assembly JIS (Just-In-Sequence) production sequences
Daily Planning
· Dynamically adjust shop sequences to accommodate changes and priorities
· Trigger sequenced material pull to support production flow
Work-in-Progress (W-P) Synchronization
· Monitor BIW buffer zones
Paint-to-Assembly (P-A) Synchronization
· Control painted body sequencing to align with downstream assembly requirements
Exception Management
Equipment Downtime
· Activate backup sequence within 2hrs
Material Shortages
· Execute model jump sequences to maintain production continuity
Quality Holds
· Coordinate cross-shop rework routes to resolve quality issues
System & Data Management
· Maintain APS (SAP PP/DS) system parameters including Welding fixture change matrix
· Painting oven curves and Assembly station labor times
Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement
· Develop and mentor the planning team to enhance skills and efficiency
· Drive optimization of scheduling logic and production processes
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
· Grade 12 with a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Production or Operations Management or a related field
· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry (preferred)
COMPETENCIES:
· Attention to detail and analytical thinking
· Strong problem- solving skills with resilience under pressure
· Effective communication and collaboration
· Adaptability and flexibility
Join our team and become part of a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of the automotive industry. Apply now to [email protected] with your updated resume.
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We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities. Preference will be given to applicants in line with our current employment equity plan and targets.
Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application as being unsuccessful.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 2025/08/28
