Junior Production Manager

Rpo Recruitment; Vaal Marina Community Center; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company is seeking a motivated Junior Production Manager to oversee daily production operations and support staff training. The ideal candidate has a matriculation certificate and 1–3 years of relevant experience. Strong organizational and leadership skills are essential for success in this role. The position offers a negotiable salary based on experience within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Energetic and eager to grow into a senior role within the company.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Production Manager in planning and overseeing daily production operations.
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate with various departments including logistics, maintenance, and quality assurance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Leadership skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent

National Diploma or Degree in Production Management

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

RPO Recruitment is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Production Manager to join our client's dynamic manufacturing team in Meyerton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with a passion for production operations and team leadership to step into a pivotal role within a growing business.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Production Manager in planning and overseeing daily production operations
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency and adherence to safety and quality standards
• Coordinate with various departments including logistics, maintenance, and quality assurance
• Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, and material usage
• Identify bottlenecks or delays in the production process and recommend solutions
• Support staff training and performance development initiatives
• Enforce company policies and health & safety regulations on the production floor
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to drive productivity and reduce waste

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent
• National Diploma or Degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (advantageous)
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Working knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
• Computer literate (MS Office; ERP systems beneficial)
• Energetic and eager to grow into a senior role within the company

Benefits

Salary: negotiable

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Yusrah Farouk at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: or email us your CV: (email protected).

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy.

If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.