Prestige Clothing

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1. Human Resource Business Partner
2. Production Manager – Maitland
3. Quality Manager – Epping
4. Head Mechanic – Mobeni
5. Production Manager
6. Operations Manager
7. Maintenance Manager
8. Head Mechanic

Human Resource Business Partner

JOB DESCRIPTION

The HR Business Partner is responsible for the end to end delivery of people processes and initiatives that will support line managers in delivering the strategic objectives at Prestige Factory. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging with Employees on HR Processes
• Supporting Line managers with ER
• Resolving wage queries through the wage clerks
• Planning and reporting on training
• Co-ordinating Wellness programmes
• Recruitment and selection of weekly paid employees
• Driving engagement through the employee representatives and various initiatives.
• Weekly and monthly HR reports.
• Liaising with shared services (Fuse)

Qualifications and Experience:

• A National Diploma or Degree in HR/ skills development/ Industrial Psychology or related degree (essential)
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in HR or a similar role
• Experience in manufacturing is advantageous
• Cross function HR knowledge
• A working knowledge of HR systems and MS Office

Skills:

• High attention to detail, accuracy and a methodical approach
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• A strong customer centric approach with a high service delivery mind set
• A professional approach with a solution focused orientation
• The ability to work independently and team orientated
• The ability to work in a pressurized, high volume environment
• Adaptability in a constant changing environment
• Good Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal reasoning skills
• Written communication skills

Behaviours:

• Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives 
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals 
• Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success 
• Thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation 
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives 
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people 
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes 
• Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment 
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems 
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets 
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results 

Production Manager – Maitland

JOB DESCRIPTION

Production Manager

Role:

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic, energetic and self-motivated individual has arisen in our Prestige Clothing Epping Manufacturing Plant.   The successful candidate will report to the Operations Manager: Prestige Epping.  Prestige Epping is a well-established plant where we manufacture Men’s and Ladies formalwear.  Our unique people strategy is what differentiates us from other Clothing Manufacturers.  This world class plant is an ideal growth opportunity for motivated candidates to grow with us as the business continues to expand.   The Production Manager is responsible for a Production Unit of approximately 250 employees and objectives include manufacture of a good quality product, on-time and in full deliveries , with the shortest lead time, while continuously improving what we do.   

Responsibilities:

• Execution of an operations strategy for the production lines that is aligned to the strategic objectives of TFG D&M.      This would involve the objectives, quality, speed, dependability, flexibility and the most cost effective solution to plan.   
• Ensures that production planning meetings, production activities, machine preventative  maintenance and maintenance plans are adhered to, maintaining product quality and adhering to budgets 
• Manages and motivates a team , with a high focus on continuous improvement
• Review financial statements, activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity to determine areas needing cost reduction and improvements 
• Achieve required efficiencies
• Achieve financial targets
• Achieve on time
  • In full
  • Delivery conformance
  • Quality
• Lean manufacturing
• 5S
• Drive continuous improvement
• Drive skills development
• Alignment      of TFG values
• Drive a performance based culture

Requirements:

• Qualification in Clothing Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or equivalent 
• 5-8 years’ experience in a similar role 
• Clothing Manufacturing Experience, Lean Manufacturing Principles and Practices, TPM, TQM and Quick Response 
• Microsoft Office and MIS exposure an advantage

Behaviours:

• Diligent, Attention to detail, Conscientious 
• Analytical
• Excellent communication skills
• Persuading & influencing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Energetic and self-motivated

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Applications can also be emailed to: talentacquisition@tfg.co.za

Quality Manager – Epping

JOB DESCRIPTION

Quality Manager – Epping

Responsibilities:

• To apply product technical knowledge and manufacturing experience in approving pre-production samples by identifying, recommending (internal) and resolving (external) quality risks thereby ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Ensure accurate capturing of sample assessment outcomes
• To regularly analyse and report on Quality KPIs
• To process style quality queries to a satisfactory conclusion, in close communication with TFG Quality Audit Department as well as The Design Centre Brand teams.
• To monitor delivered quality standards via regular store visits.
• Ensure desired level of quality is consistently aligned to the multiple TFG Brand strategies and communicated internally and externally, yet working within a Quick Response environment.
• To stay abreast of technical developments within the industry locally and internationally.
• Work closely with manufacturers driving corrective action plans and TQM projects.

Requirements: 

• Have a relevant technical qualification (Degree/ Diploma), ie Clothing Management or Fashion Design
• Extensive knowledge and experience in pattern making / alterations, pattern grading, fit and design balance.
• Have experience in apparel manufacturing, having worked as a product quality manager or quality technician.
• Have a keen interest in retail, apparel, quality assurance and quality control. 
• Proficient in MS Office.

Behaviours:

• Have the ability to use initiative and apply technical apparel manufacturing experience.
• Have an eye for detail
• Have exceptional organisational skills.
• Be able to work independently as well as within a team
• Have excellent interpersonal skills
• Have exceptional verbal and written communication
• Be able to influence and persuade at all levels
• Be able to make decisions and meet deadlines whilst working in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
• Be resilient and emotionally mature
• Be self-motivated, and take responsibility for your own development
• Have excellent problem-solving skill

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. Closing date: 13 June 2024.

Applications can also be emailed to: talentacquisition@tfg.co.za

Head Mechanic – Mobeni

JOB DESCRIPTION

Head Mechanic – Mobeni

Responsibilities:

• To ensure that spares budgets are adhered to and managed
• To ensure that budgets are no exceeded and where cost savings be introduced
• identified key critical spares are not out of stock – reporting and monitoring
• To ensure that unplanned down time is restricted amount
• To ensure preventative maintenance and maintenance plans are in place to reduce/eliminate down time
• To reduce waste management in regard to Time and costs
• To implement reporting on constant improvement and identify and report on improvements.
• To ensure that machines are in optimal working order to ensure optimal outputs
• Ensure that all machines are serviced, and preventative maintenance is implemented – ensure processes are documented and instituted
• Enable critical spares to be available at all times to reduce down time
• Identify critical spares and ensure stock levels are maintained
• To ensure that mechanics cover andavailability per lines is properly planned and communicated 
• Mechanic planning of resources is done and communicated to relevant management, recorded and reported on.
• Develop a mechanics skills matrix and identify opportunities for training and organize training – then evaluate Mechanic to remain on the line at all times, to share knowledge with Lines. Feedback from Line management 360 feedback – monthly
• Develop a mechanics skills matrix and identify opportunities for training and organize training – then evaluate
• Mechanic to remain on the line at all times, to share knowledge with Lines. Feedback from Line management 360 feedback – monthly
• Ensures that planning production meetings, production activities, machine preventative and maintenance plans are implemented and maintaining product quality
• That technical development is continuous and ensuring that all the latest technologies and developments are researched and investigated
• Exposing staff to new technology and ways of doing things to encourage constant improvement
• Employment Relations -Maintain discipline by consistently applying the DP of TFG
• Ensure a healthy and safety work environment for teams
• Implementation of individual development plans and training needs
• Continuous communication of code of conduct
• Health and safety reports are generated and monitored
• Health and safety reports are generated and monitored

Requirements: 

• 3-5 years manufacturing industry experience essential
• Management experience essential
• Sewing Machine/Repairs and Maintenance qualification or equivalent essential
• Experience in managing budgets essential
• Experience in managing spares and parts essential
• Experience in waste management reviews and downtime essential
• Must be Computer literate (Microsoft Office), Excel 
• Experience in managing a workshop and response time to production essential
• Experience in setting production line and line changes
• Experience in reporting

Behaviours:

• Diligent, Attention to detail, Conscientious 
• Analytical
• Excellent communication skills
• Persuading & influencing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Quick response/ and a sense of urgency 
• Strong leadership skills

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. Closing date: 13 June 2024.

Applications can also be emailed to: talentacquisition@tfg.co.za

Production Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Production Manager

Role:

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic, energetic and self-motivated individual has arisen in our Prestige Clothing Epping Manufacturing Plant.   The successful candidate will report to the Operations Manager: Prestige Epping.  Prestige Epping is a well-established plant where we manufacture Men’s and Ladies formalwear.  Our unique people strategy is what differentiates us from other Clothing Manufacturers.  This world class plant is an ideal growth opportunity for motivated candidates to grow with us as the business continues to expand.   The Production Manager is responsible for a Production Unit of approximately 250 employees and objectives include manufacture of a good quality product, on-time and in full deliveries , with the shortest lead time, while continuously improving what we do.   

Responsibilities:

• Execution of an operations strategy for the production lines that is aligned to the strategic objectives of TFG D&M.      This would involve the objectives, quality, speed, dependability, flexibility and the most cost effective solution to plan.   
• Ensures that production planning meetings, production activities, machine preventative  maintenance and maintenance plans are adhered to, maintaining product quality and adhering to budgets 
• Manages and motivates a team , with a high focus on continuous improvement
• Review financial statements, activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity to determine areas needing cost reduction and improvements 
• Achieve required efficiencies
• Achieve financial targets
• Achieve on time
  • In full
  • Delivery conformance
  • Quality
• Lean manufacturing
• 5S
• Drive continuous improvement
• Drive skills development
• Alignment      of TFG values
• Drive a performance based culture

Requirements:

• Qualification in Clothing Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or equivalent 
• 5-8 years’ experience in a similar role 
• Clothing Manufacturing Experience, Lean Manufacturing Principles and Practices, TPM, TQM and Quick Response 
• Microsoft Office and MIS exposure an advantage

Behaviours:

• Diligent, Attention to detail, Conscientious 
• Analytical
• Excellent communication skills
• Persuading & influencing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Energetic and self-motivated

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Applications can also be emailed to: talentacquisition@tfg.co.za

Operations Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

•Developing an operations strategy for the production lines that is aligned to the strategic objectives of TFG  D&M.  This would involve the  objectives, quality, speed, dependability, flexibility and the cost of the plan   

•Ensures that planning production meetings, production activities, machine maintenance plans and maintaining product  quality and budgets are adhered to   

•Manages and motivates a team by continuous improvement   

•Review financial statements, activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity to determine  areas needing cost reduction and improvements 

•  Achieve required efficiencies 

•  Achieve financial targets 

•  Achieve on time • In full 

• Delivery conformance 

• Quality 

•  Lean manufacturing 

•  5S 

•  Drive continuous improvement 

•  Drive  skills development 

•  Aligned  to TFG values 

•  Drive performance based culture 

•  Engage  with Fuse on ER matters 

•  Reduce  absenteeism and latecoming, etc 

•  Customer Relations Management (liaising with D&M teams) 

Requirements:

• Qualification in Clothing Management, Industrial  Engineering, Operations Management or equivalent 

• 5-8 years’ experience in a similar role 

• Clothing Manufacturing Experience, Lean Manufacturing Principles and Practices, TPM, TQM and Quick Response 

•  Microsoft Office and MIS exposure 

Behaviours:

•Diligent, Attention to detail       

•Conscientious   

•Analytical   

•Excellent communication skills   

•Persuading & influencing skills   

•Interpersonal skills   

•Energetic and self-motivated

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Applications can also be emailed to: talentacquisition@tfg.co.za

Maintenance Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring maintenance budgets are adhered to
• To implement a cost reduction strategy in regard to optimizing maintenance costs
• Ensuring that no unplanned down time is experienced in the manufacturing plant
• Implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive preventative maintenance plan for plant support equipment and facilities
• That technical development is continuous and ensuring that all the latest technologies and developments are researched and investigated 

Requirements: 

• Grade 12 Qualification is essential 
• Health and safety qualification or experience
• Electrical Qualification
• Must be Computer
• Management or supervisor exp
• Project manager exp
• Must have a Drivers Licence
• Must have knowledge and understanding of budgets
• Must have experience Lean Manufacturing
• Must have experience in factory or plant maintenance

Behaviours:

• Diligent, Attention to detail, Conscientious 
• Analytical
• Excellent communication skills
• Persuading & influencing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Energetic and self-motivated

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Applications can also be emailed to: Bokangr@tfg.co.za

Head Mechanic

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• To ensure that spares budgets are adhered to and managed
• To ensure that budgets are no exceeded and where cost savings be introduced
• identified key critical spares are not out of stock – reporting and monitoring
• To ensure that unplanned down time is restricted amount
• To ensure preventative maintenance and maintenance plans are in place to reduce/eliminate down time
• To reduce waste management in regard to Time and costs
• To implement reporting on constant improvement and identify and report on improvements.
• To ensure that machines are in optimal working order to ensure optimal outputs
• Ensure that all machines are serviced, and preventative maintenance is implemented – ensure processes are documented and instituted
• Enable critical spares to be available at all times to reduce down time
• Identify critical spares and ensure stock levels are maintained
• To ensure that mechanics cover andavailability per lines is properly planned and communicated 
• Mechanic planning of resources is done and communicated to relevant management, recorded and reported on.
• Develop a mechanics skills matrix and identify opportunities for training and organize training – then evaluate Mechanic to remain on the line at all times, to share knowledge with Lines. Feedback from Line management 360 feedback – monthly
• Develop a mechanics skills matrix and identify opportunities for training and organize training – then evaluate
• Mechanic to remain on the line at all times, to share knowledge with Lines. Feedback from Line management 360 feedback – monthly
• Ensures that planning production meetings, production activities, machine preventative and maintenance plans are implemented and maintaining product quality
• That technical development is continuous and ensuring that all the latest technologies and developments are researched and investigated
• Exposing staff to new technology and ways of doing things to encourage constant improvement
• Employment Relations -Maintain discipline by consistently applying the DP of TFG
• Ensure a healthy and safety work environment for teams
• Implementation of individual development plans and training needs
• Continuous communication of code of conduct
• Health and safety reports are generated and monitored
• Health and safety reports are generated and monitored

Requirements: 

• 3-5 years manufacturing industry experience essential
• Management experience essential
• Sewing Machine/Repairs and Maintenance qualification or equivalent essential
• Experience in managing budgets essential
• Experience in managing spares and parts essential
• Experience in waste management reviews and downtime essential
• Must be Computer literate (Microsoft Office), Excel 
• Experience in managing a workshop and response time to production essential
• Experience in setting production line and line changes
• Experience in reporting

Behaviours:

• Diligent, Attention to detail, Conscientious 
• Analytical
• Excellent communication skills
• Persuading & influencing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Quick response/ and a sense of urgency 
• Strong leadership skills

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Applications can also be emailed to: Bokangr@tfg.co.za

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All the best with your applications.