Assistant Factory Manager

Network Engineering; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading refrigeration company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Assistant Factory Manager to support production in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of factory management experience and a strong technical background in refrigeration and manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include overseeing production lines, training staff, and supporting product development. This role offers an annual salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years factory management experience in refrigeration or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Technical background in refrigeration, electronics, and mechanical systems.
• Proficient in setting up and maintaining production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Factory Manager in all aspects of refrigeration production.
• Help set up and maintain production machines.
• Provide practical training in brazing, gas welding, and refrigeration electronics.

Skills

Factory management experience

Technical background in refrigeration

Proficient in maintenance of production machinery

Knowledge of brazing and gas welding

Education

Post-matric qualification in refrigeration, engineering

Job description

Reference : NES

• Hun-1Job Opportunity : Join a dynamic refrigeration factory team as Assistant Factory Manager (Refrigeration) Play a key role supporting production and shaping high-quality mobile fridge manufacturing.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job & Company description : Our client is a specialist in developing and producing compact mobile refrigeration solutions in a modern factory.

They focus on quality, innovation, and precision in manufacturing, offering a fast‑paced environment where technical expertise meets production excellence.

Based in the East Rand, the company is dedicated to creating reliable refrigeration products for national and export markets.

Assist the Factory Manager in all aspects of refrigeration production, including overseeing the production line and ensuring quality.

Help set up and maintain production machines, monitor mechanical and electrical systems, and support new product development.

Provide practical training in brazing, gas welding, and refrigeration electronics, and assist in setting up a testing lab for fridge design and innovation.

Job experience and Skills Required

Minimum 5–7 years factory management experience in refrigeration or a similar manufacturing environment.

Technical background in refrigeration, electronics, and mechanical systems.

Proficient in setting up and maintaining production machinery.

Knowledge of brazing, gas welding, and staff training techniques.

Post‑matric qualification in refrigeration, engineering, or a related technical field preferred.

Package & Remuneration

R R Annually