Supervisor III; HE

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, coordinate and control resources to ensure the efficient manufacturing of Propellants.
• Maintain production schedule and productivity.
• Transform the plant manager’s strategic mission into a section-specific vision and mission.
• Read, interpret, implement, and ensure compliance with Product Specifications, Product Manufacturing Instructions (PMI), Facility Operating Instructions (FOI) and Control Plans (CP).
• Ensure staff are trained and competent as per PMI, FOI, CP, Special safety rules, and explosive regulations.
• Maintain explosives environment housekeeping standards and SHE requirements in line with organisational requirements and the Explosives Act.
• Analyse production data such as shift output and rectify bottlenecks.
• Generate Non-conformance reports.
• Lead and manage the implementation and maintenance of LEAN principles and methodologies within the respective facility, including Continuous Improvements.
• Responsible and ethical leadership with a strong ability to maintain discipline.
• Knowledge of daily reports and accuracy of information.
• Manage consumables and stationery; issue, record, monitor and load requests on the SAP ERP system.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, observe trends and give corrective actions if applicable.
• Manage and monitor scrap and waste; determine the cause of the deviation and initiate corrective action.
• Drive the closure of safety and quality-related issues.
• Responsible for monitoring stock levels at the plant.
• Communicate daily targets to the team and provide feedback to the Line Manager.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime as required by the business.
• Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy.

• National Diploma in Chemical/Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Tech Chemical/Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering or equivalent would be advantageous.
• At least 5 years’ experience in an explosives manufacturing department of which 2 years should have been in a supervisory level.
• Explosive manufacturing experience would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of handling hazardous substances and explosive material.
• Knowledge of ERP system and Team Centre.
• Ability to make decisions, take initiative and demonstrate sound judgement.
• Good problem solving and leadership skills.
• Good planning skills and time management.
• Proven ability to take responsibility and high level of integrity.
• Willing to work shifts as required by the business
• Basic Computer Literacy
• A valid Driver's License

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events