Production Coordinator (Hybrid)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid annual leave

Overtime opportunities

Training & development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks a proactive Production Coordinator to support manufacturing operations. The role blends on-site coordination with remote administrative tasks to keep schedules and records on track.

You will maintain production documentation, monitor progress, and enable cross‑department communication to meet deadlines. This hybrid position offers professional growth and a flexible work arrangement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; further admin education is a plus.
• 2+ years in production coordination, scheduling, or similar admin role in manufacturing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills essential.
• Proficiency with production management software and standard office tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a hybrid on-site/remote setup.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing production schedules to meet targets.
• Coordinate with procurement, quality control, and logistics for seamless workflow.
• Track progress, identify delays, and communicate adjustments to the team.
• Maintain accurate production records, work orders, logs, and inventory data.
• Support process improvements and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Facilitate communication and resolve minor operational issues using remote tools.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Administration certification (nice to have)

Tools

Production management software

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and proactive Production Coordinator to support manufacturing operations in Soweto . This hybrid role involves coordinating production activities, managing schedules, and ensuring the smooth flow of work, blending on-site interaction with production teams and remote administrative tasks. You will be responsible for maintaining production records, tracking progress, and facilitating communication between departments to ensure deadlines are met efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to grow their career in production management, benefiting from a flexible work arrangement that offers both on-site collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of production schedules to meet operational targets.
• Coordinate with various departments, including procurement, quality control, and logistics, to ensure seamless workflow.
• Track production progress, identify potential delays, and communicate necessary adjustments to the team.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including work orders, logs, and inventory records.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Facilitate communication and resolve minor operational issues, utilizing remote communication tools for coordination as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification in administration or a related field is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in production coordination , scheduling, or a similar administrative role in manufacturing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in using production management software and standard office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site and remote duties.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and potential for overtime.
• Health benefits package and retirement savings plan.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Opportunities for training and development within the production department.
• A flexible hybrid work model providing a good work-life balance.