JUNIOR PRODUCTION MANAGER

Empire Recruitment Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Recruitment Ltd is partnering to fill a hands-on Production Supervisor role in Johannesburg. You will work closely with the Production Manager to direct the production department on the shop floor and ensure daily targets are met.

You will monitor performance, analyse production data, manage stock and ensure adherence to quality, safety and cost objectives. A strong team player with drive and resilience is essential.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 is essential.
• A Diploma or Degree in Production Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain or related field would be advantageous.
• 35 years experience in FMCG/manufacturing/production environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Production Manager with day-to-day management of the production department.
• Coordinate and monitor production teams, including converting operators and supervisors.
• Monitor daily production performance against planned targets and drive productivity and efficiency.
• Track key production indicators including output, capacity, lead times, waste, quality defects, downtime and OTIF.
• Identify production constraints and escalate; act in the Production Manager's capacity when required.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Production planning

MRP/ERP

5S

Root-cause investigations

Data analysis

Education

Diploma or Degree in Production Management / Operations Management / Supply Chain

Job description

What Youll Be Doing

Support the Production Manager with the day-to-day management of the production department . Coordinate and monitor production teams, including converting operators and supervisors. Monitor daily production performance against planned targets and drive productivity and efficiency . Track key production indicators including output, capacity, lead times, waste, quality defects, downtime and OTIF . Identify production constraints and esc... Act in the Production Managers capacity when required.

What Youll Need

Matric / Grade 12 is essential. A Diploma or Degree in Production Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain or a related field would be advantageous. 35 years experience in an FMCG, manufacturing, converting, packaging, corrugated or similar production environment. Previous supervisory or team-lead experience will be advantageous. Strong shop-floor production experience. Exposure to production planning, production administration, stock control and manufacturing processes . Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to analyse production data. Experience working with MRP/ERP systems . Good understanding of production KPIs, stock control, 5S and continuous improvement. Ability to identify production problems and contribute to root-cause investigations .

The Person Were Looking For

Youre a hands-on production professional who understands that successful manufacturing starts on the shop floor.

Youre comfortable working alongside supervisors and operators, monitoring performance, identifying problems and making sure production plans translate into results.

Youre analytical, organised and process-driven , with a strong eye for detail and a genuine focus on productivity, quality, safety, waste reduction and customer requirements.

Youre also a natural team player who can communicate effectively, build relationships across departments and hold people accountable while maintaining a positive working environment.

Most importantly, youre someone with drive, resilience and determination who wants to grow into a broader production leadership role and make a tangible impact on the operation.

If youre ready to take the next step in your production career and want an opportunity where you can make a real difference on the factory floor, wed like to hear from you.