Assistant Factory Manager - PVC Extrusion & Moulding

Dynamic Distributors Pty; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 540.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Dynamic Distributors Pty in Johannesburg is seeking an hands-on Assistant Factory Manager to support the Factory Manager in running our PVC extrusion and injection moulding operations. You will work with production supervisors and machine operators to keep daily output on track and step in during the Manager's absence.

This full-time, on-site role offers progression into senior factory leadership and requires a practical, hands-on approach, strong people management, and a background in

Formación

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field OR equivalent practical experience in a production environment
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a production or factory environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or team-leader role
• Direct experience in PVC extrusion or injection moulding (preferred)
• Experience working within a MEIBC or unionised environment will be beneficial
• Strong supervisory and people-management skills, with the ability to lead from the floor
• Good communication skills across all levels of the workforce
• Reliable, organised, and able to work under pressure

Responsabilidades

• Assist in planning and coordinating daily production schedules to meet output and quality targets
• Supervise production staff on the floor, providing direction, training, and support to operators and assistants
• Monitor machine performance, product quality, and waste levels, escalating issues as needed
• Help implement and uphold quality control procedures across extrusion and injection moulding lines
• Support compliance with health, safety, and MEIBC requirements
• Assist with stock control, raw material usage tracking, and liaison with the warehouse and procurement
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Step in to manage the factory during the Factory Manager's absence
• Take ownership of continuous improvement projects as assigned
• Provide accurate production reports and updates to the Factory Manager

Educación

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field OR equivalent practical experience in a production environment

Descripción del empleo

Dynamic Distributors Pty in Johannesburg is seeking an hands-on Assistant Factory Manager to support the Factory Manager in running our PVC extrusion and injection moulding operations. You will work with production supervisors and machine operators to keep daily output on track and step in during the Manager's absence.

This full-time, on-site role offers progression into senior factory leadership and requires a practical, hands-on approach, strong people management, and a background in