Bilnor Staffing Solutions' client in the Watercare sector is seeking a Prochem Manufacturing Coordinator for position in Bellville, WC. South African Citizens and those living in the area will be preferred.
Minimum Requirements:
Trade Test Certificate - Controls and Instrumentation (Red Seal)
5 years post trade test related work experiences, preferably within water treatment operations
N3 / NCV 4C&I
Valid code 08 drivers licence
Extensive Experience on Siemens PLCs & Adroit SCADA software fault finding and programming
Experience in Profibus fault finding
To supervise and coordinate the day-to-day operational activities of the Prochem range, ensuring efficient production, inventory control, procurement, and order fulfilment, while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Production and Manufacturing Coordination
Plan and schedule production runs with the manufacturing team
Ensure raw materials are available prior to production
Monitor batch progress and resolve delays
Maintain production records (batch sheets, quality controls, COAs)
Inventory and Stock Control
Monitor raw material and finished goods stock levels
Maintain minimum stock levels and reorder triggers
Conduct regular stock reconciliations and investigate variances
Procurement and Supplier Coordination
Obtain and evaluate RFQs for raw materials and packaging
Follow up on supplier orders and delivery timelines
Compare pricing and flag significant increases
Maintain supplier relationships
Assist with supplier evaluations and audits
Order Fulfilment & Logistics
Coordinate customer orders with production and dispatch
Ensure correct labelling and documentation
Liaise with transporters and track deliveries
Resolve delivery and logistics issues
Quality and Compliance
Ensure batch documentation is accurate and complete
Support implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001:2015 QMS process
Maintain document control (SOPs, specifications, records)
Basic Quality Control (QC) Testing
Perform routine quality control tests on raw materials and finished products
Record and report results accurately
Identify and escalate out-of-spec results
Ensure testing equipment is clean, calibrated, and maintained
Assist with batch release checks
Production Team Coordination
Coordinate daily activities of the production team inline with the production plan
Allocate tasks and monitor progress
Ensure adherence to SOPs, safety, and quality standards
Support training of operators and maintain a safe organised work environment
Escalate performance or operational issues where necessary
Reporting and Admin
Prepare weekly operations report, include:
Production vs plan
Stock Levels
Orders fulfilled
Issues/risks
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:
Advantageous:
Experience in supervising or coordinating a small team
Experience in chemicals or FMCG
Exposure to ISO or quality management systems
Basic understanding of inventory/stock control systems
Competencies and Skills:
Strong planning and time management
Proactive and solution-oriented approach
High level of accuracy and accountability
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Team-oriented with a customer-focused mindset
Professional, reliable, and consistent
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
Diploma in Business Administration, or related field
2 - 5 years' experience in manufacturing / production / warehouse environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Familiarity with health and safety practices in a production environment
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to follow and enforce processes