Production Manager

Placements24; Windsor; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations in East London, Eastern Cape. This leadership role drives output, quality, cost, and safety targets while building a high-performance production team.

You will implement production strategies, oversee daily activities, manage the budget, and push Lean/Six Sigma improvements to achieve operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Significant experience (5+ years) in a Production Management role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production strategies to achieve business objectives and KPIs.
• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and workflow management.
• Maintain high standards of product quality and implement robust quality control measures.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage the production budget, controlling costs and optimizing operational expenses.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the production team to enhance performance and foster a positive work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Production planning systems

Lean/Six Sigma knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned and results-oriented Production Manager to lead their manufacturing operations in East London . This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process, ensuring that targets for output, quality, cost, and safety are consistently met and exceeded. You will lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team of production staff and supervisors, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. This is a strategic opportunity to drive efficiency and innovation within a key manufacturing facility in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production strategies to achieve business objectives and KPIs.
• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and workflow management.
• Maintain high standards of product quality and implement robust quality control measures.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage the production budget, controlling costs and optimizing operational expenses.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the production team to enhance performance and foster a positive work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Significant experience (e.g., 5+ years) in a Production Management role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and supply chain management.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and inventory control systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other executive benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.
• A challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic manufacturing environment in East London .