Laminates Production Manager — World-Class Ops Leader

PG Group (Pty) Ltd; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Germiston is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the performance and productivity of the laminates teams. The ideal candidate will have significant operational and leadership experience, driving business plan achievements while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must possess relevant degrees and have hands-on leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. This role supports equal opportunity employment and aims to optimize production efficiency.

Qualifications

• 8 years hands‑on operational experience in a manufacturing plant.
• 5 years of leadership experience managing teams in a production environment.
• Ability to manage a business unit.

Responsibilities

• Manage day to day performance/productivity of the production team.
• Monitor output relative to expected and planned output.
• Ensure controllable costs are within budget.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Intermediate Excel, Word, PowerPoint, One Note)

Technical/ Engineering/Manufacturing skills

Human Resource Management and Leadership skills

Tactical and analytical problem solving

Financial Management skills

Planning, Leading, Organising and control skills

Presentation and communication skills

Stock Control / MRP processes

Assertiveness and Decision making skills

Business acumen

Conflict resolution skills

Motivational skills

Education

Grade 12

Degree in relevant field (Science/Engineering/Production)

Tools

SAP (HR and Production)

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Germiston is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the performance and productivity of the laminates teams. The ideal candidate will have significant operational and leadership experience, driving business plan achievements while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must possess relevant degrees and have hands-on leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. This role supports equal opportunity employment and aims to optimize production efficiency.