Factory Manager Assistant

Dynamic Distributors; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stable work environment

Career growth opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Ogatin in Johannesburg is seeking a highly organized Factory Manager Assistant to support daily operations across production, stock control and coordination functions at our Johannesburg facility. The role requires strong supervisory capabilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will work closely with the Factory Manager to optimize processes, improve workflow, and ensure

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in manufacturing/production.
• Strong supervisory and people management skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with stock management systems.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple departments.
• Flexibility to oversee night shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shift operations and oversee raw material clerk activities.
• Monitor production output and track scrap and rejects.
• Maintain accurate logs for material conversions.
• Coordinate blow moulding operations and ensure schedules.
• Manage stock entry and inventory reconciliation.
• Liaise with procurement and warehouse teams.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are upheld.
• Oversee packaging and assembly support as needed.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Organizational skills

Stock management

Inventory control

Production coordination

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Operations management qualification

Industrial engineering degree

Tools

Stock management software

ERP system

Job description

Ogatin is a leading manufacturer specializing in high-quality plastic products and components. Based in Johannesburg, we pride ourselves on operational excellence, innovation, and maintaining the highest standards in manufacturing. Our facility operates advanced blow moulding, assembly, and packaging operations, serving diverse industries with reliable, precision-engineered products.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Factory Manager Assistant to join our dynamic manufacturing team at our Johannesburg facility. This critical role ensures smooth daily operations across production, stock control, and coordination functions. The successful candidate will work closely with the Factory Manager to maintain efficient production processes, ensure workflow optimization, and uphold our commitment to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong supervisory capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining composure and delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Shift Supervision:

• Supervise shift operations and oversee raw material clerk activities to ensure smooth production flow
• Monitor and verify production output, tracking scrap, rejects, and sprues for quality control
• Convert raw material measurements (Kg to units) and maintain accurate, up-to-date log sheets
• Address operational challenges proactively and implement solutions to minimize downtime

Stock & Inventory Management:

• Enter raw materials into stock management system with precision and accuracy
• Conduct weekly raw material counts and inventory reconciliation to maintain stock integrity
• Order and manage shrink wrap, raw materials, and packaging supplies to prevent shortages
• Collaborate with procurement and warehouse teams to optimize inventory levels

Production Coordination:

• Coordinate blow moulding operations and communicate production priorities effectively
• Manage and prioritize shrink packaging operations to meet production schedules
• Supervise regrinding department staff and generate purchase orders for stock entry
• Work with team members across departments to ensure production goals are achieved

Operations & Assembly Support:

• Issue products to assembly lines, including knocking, male adaptors, extension boxes, inspection

Components, spacer bars, saddles, and bulkheads

• Manage bought-out components and plastic bag inventory efficiently
• Liaise with production scheduling teams and coordinate re-issues with relevant departments
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and quality protocols at all time

Requirements

• Minimum 2-5 years of proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong supervisory and people management skills with ability to motivate teams
• Exceptional organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency with stock management systems and inventory control software
• Demonstrated ability to work with production schedules and coordinate across multiple Departments
• Strong numerical skills for material conversions, calculations, and data analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to oversee shift operations, including night shifts as required

Advantageous

• Experience in plastic manufacturing, blow moulding, or similar industries
• Knowledge of quality management systems and safety regulations
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to work with a well-established manufacturing leader
• Clear career growth and development pathways
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Exposure to modern manufacturing technologies and processes
• Stable work environment with an established company