Lean Production Manager: Drive Efficiency & Quality

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations in Mahikeng, NW. Drive efficiency, safety, and quality while meeting schedules and budgets; manage the production team, optimize workflows, and implement continuous improvement to boost productivity and reduce waste.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or Operations Management with 7+ years in production management, plus strong leadership, ERP, and lean expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Operations Management.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in production management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of improving efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and lean methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete production process from raw materials to finished goods.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand and deadlines.
• Mentor and manage the production team to ensure high performance and quality.
• Monitor performance to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Tools

Production planning software

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations in Mahikeng, NW. Drive efficiency, safety, and quality while meeting schedules and budgets; manage the production team, optimize workflows, and implement continuous improvement to boost productivity and reduce waste.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or Operations Management with 7+ years in production management, plus strong leadership, ERP, and lean expertise.