Factory Manager

Cre8Work; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Cre8work is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily factory operations, ensuring efficient production, quality workmanship, safety compliance, and effective staff management. The role focuses on coordinating wheel and mining tyre-related operations, maintaining productivity, controlling costs, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

The successful candidate will lead production planning, supervise workshops, monitor performance, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Matric required; a related qualification is advantageous.
• 6+ years of factory/production/workshop management experience.
• Experience in tyre, wheel, automotive, heavy equipment or mining industry preferred.
• Knowledge of workshop operations, production planning, quality control and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily factory and workshop operations.
• Plan and coordinate production activities to meet targets and deadlines.
• Supervise factory staff, technicians, and workshop teams.
• Ensure quality control across wheel manufacturing, refurbishment, repairs, or related processes.
• Monitor stock levels, raw materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure health and safety standards compliance, especially in mining tyre and wheel ops.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and minimise downtime.
• Monitor productivity, labour costs, and material usage.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements.
• Maintain safe housekeeping and working conditions.
• Prepare operational reports and report factory performance.
• Liaise with management, suppliers and other departments for smooth operations.
• Ensure employees follow procedures and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Quality control

Safety compliance

Team management

Cost control

Reporting

Communication

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Related field qualification (advantageous)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose

To oversee and manage the daily factory operations, ensuring efficient production, quality workmanship, safety compliance, and effective staff management. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating wheel and mining tyre-related operations, maintaining productivity, controlling costs, and ensuring that all work meets required quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily factory and workshop operations.
• Plan and coordinate production activities to meet operational targets and deadlines.
• Supervise factory staff, technicians, and workshop teams.
• Ensure quality control across wheel manufacturing, refurbishment, repairs, or related processes, as applicable.
• Monitor stock levels, raw materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards, particularly in mining tyre and wheel operations.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and minimise operational downtime.
• Monitor productivity, labour costs, and material usage.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement improvements.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and safe working conditions.
• Prepare operational reports and report on factory performance.
• Liaise with management, suppliers, and relevant departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure employees follow company procedures and industry safety requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12); a qualification in Production Management, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field will be advantageous.
• At least 6 years' experience in factory, production, or workshop management.
• Experience in the tyre, wheel, automotive, heavy equipment, or mining industry will be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of workshop operations, production planning, quality control, and equipment maintenance.
• Experience managing teams, production targets, and operational costs.
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Computer literacy and good reporting skills.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent planning and organisational abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple operational priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Results-driven, with a focus on quality, productivity, and safety.