Production Manager

Placements24; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary and bonuses

Relocation assistance

Executive health benefits

Retirement planning

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven Production Manager to lead its manufacturing operations in East London. In this senior role you will oversee the entire production process from planning and execution to quality control and team management.

Candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years in production management, with Lean, Six Sigma, and budget management experience. The role offers an executive salary, relocation support if needed, comprehensive health benefits, and

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in production management within a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production strategies to achieve goals for output, quality, and cost.
• Manage and lead the production team, fostering a culture of performance, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.
• Implement and monitor adherence to strict quality control standards and procedures.
• Manage operational budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring financial targets are met.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven and experienced Production Manager to lead their manufacturing operations in East London . You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process, from planning and execution to quality control and team management. This senior role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of manufacturing best practices to drive efficiency and profitability. Join a leading organization in the Eastern Cape and shape the future of their production capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production strategies to achieve company goals for output, quality, and cost.
• Manage and lead the production team, fostering a culture of performance, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.
• Implement and monitor adherence to strict quality control standards and procedures.
• Manage operational budgets, identifying cost‑saving opportunities and ensuring financial targets are met.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in production management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large production teams and operations.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Relocation assistance if applicable for candidates moving to East London .
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement planning.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• A challenging and impactful role in a key industrial region.