Job Vacancies | Come join the Thompsons team

Role Duties:

• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Align production plans with business forecasts, budgets, and market demands.
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Lead, mentor, and manage manufacturing teams, including supervisors, engineers, and production staff.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Analyse financial reports and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulations, and certifications.
• Oversee quality control processes and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular audits.
• Ensure adherence to industry regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Stay updated on manufacturing technologies and methodologies to maintain competitiveness.
• Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to manage raw materials and inventory levels.
• Ensure timely delivery of finished products to meet customer demands.
• Communicate manufacturing performance, challenges, and opportunities to senior management.
• Act as a liaison between production teams and other departments such as sales, R&D, and logistics.
• Address and resolve production issues, equipment failures, or other operational disruptions promptly.
• Develop contingency plans to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
• Set and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for manufacturing processes.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and implement necessary adjustments.
• Promote environmentally sustainable practices within manufacturing processes.
• Lead efforts to reduce energy consumption, emissions, and waste.

Experience:

• Experience working within a commercial vehicle industry would be preferred.
• Previous management experience is essential.
• Welding and fabrication knowledge is essential.