Factory Manager

Dante Personnel Recruitment Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced factory manager for a client in the steel industry in Randburg. The successful candidate will have at least 4 years of managerial experience, particularly in factory floor management and production flow. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, ensuring quality and compliance, and driving process improvements. The role requires a commitment to safety and efficiency in production, with occasional overtime on weekends. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a factory manager or in managerial positions.
• Experience in the steel/metals industry will be beneficial.
• Willingness to work overtime, including 1-2 Saturdays a month.

Responsibilities

• Manage production and operations to meet performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Lead teams and support system changes or process upgrades.

Skills

Factory floor/Production flow management

Staff management

Quality control

Process improvement

Education

Grade 12 or relevant NQF 4 qualification

Management qualification

Job description

Our client in the steel industry is looking for an experienced individual to be appointed as our factory manager in the Randburg area.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or relevant NQF 4 qualification
• Management qualification will be a advantage
• 4 years plus experience as a factory manager or in managerial positions
• Factory floor/Production flow and staff management experience is non-negotiable
• Experience within the steel/metals industry will be beneficial
• Be willing to work overtime when necessary, but at least 1-2 Saturdays a month

Key Responsibilities

• Production and Operations Management
• Quality Control and Compliance
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation and company policies
• People Management and Leadership
• Ensure accurate control of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Monitor production costs, labour efficiency, and material usage
• Review daily, weekly, and monthly production reports
• Support on-time-in-full (OTIF) delivery performance.
• Ensure factory operations align with customer expectations and service levels

• Drive process improvements across production, quality, and logistics.
• Lead and support system changes, new equipment, or process upgrades

Consultant

Joelene Koekemoer – Dante Personnel Johannesburg

Apply via our website www.dantesa.co.za

If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.