Production Controller - Simonsig Wines

Simonsig Wines seeks to appoint a Production Controller who will serve as the technical and operational heartbeat of the bottling and packaging lines.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end efficiency of the disgorging, bottling, and labelling processes. By combining hands-on mechanical troubleshooting with effective team coordination and leadership, the Production Controller will ensure that production targets are consistently achieved while upholding Simonsig Wines uncompromising quality standards.

Key Performance Areas

1. Production & Quality Control

• Process Integrity: Ensure all products meet quality standards by strictly applying process controls and documenting results per QC procedures.
• Defect Management: Proactively identify the root causes of quality defects and implement immediate corrective actions.
• Operational Excellence: Operate all equipment and ensure it is operated according to verified SOPs. Monitor progress against the daily/shift plan and initiate problem-solving to ensure targets are met.
• Cost Efficiency: Minimize rework and waste through the effective allocation of resources and precise equipment setups, adjustments, and changeovers.

2. Maintenance & Technical Reliability

• Preventative Maintenance (PM): Execute and responsible for all PM and basic maintenance tasks, including cleaning, lubrication, and scheduled inspections.
• Maintenance Planning: Assist in the development and planning of maintenance schedules; interpret maintenance history to refine the current program.
• Breakdown Response: Serve as the first responder for machine failures. Perform repairs within your competency level and coordinate with the broader maintenance department for complex repairs.
• Data Integrity: Capture accurate data regarding equipment performance, downtime, and failure trends. Provide actionable feedback to the maintenance department on repair effectiveness.

3. People Management & Development

• Team Leadership: Lead your crew according to Secondary Production Operating Principles to optimize Quality, Speed, and Cost (OEE).
• Competency Development: Provide on-the-job training and coaching to ensure a highly competent and motivated workforce.
• Resource Planning: Plan daily manpower requirements to ensure optimal resource utilization.
• Performance & Relations: Manage employee relations effectively and apply performance management standards to maintain a high-performing culture.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience, similar role, PC, machine operator, junior pc, production line manager or in a bottling environment is essential.
• Technical Background: A formal trade/artisan qualification is required. You must possess deep knowledge of machinery to minimize losses/write-offs and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Leadership: Demonstrated previous experience in leading and managing a team in a manufacturing/production setting.
• Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to troubleshoot technical and operational bottlenecks.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, capable of managing team dynamics and communicating technical issues clearly to management.
  
  

To apply, please email your CV to hr@simonsig.co.za