Production Manager

GAP Consulting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 711,000 - 852,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Performance-based Bonus

Job summary

GAP Consulting is seeking an experienced Production Manager for the automotive manufacturing sector in Gauteng. You will lead production planning, supervise staff, and drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements to ensure optimal workflow and quality.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in the industry, a degree in Operations/Project/Business Management, and strong Excel skills. A valid driver's license and reliable transport are required, with opportunities for growth and performance-based rewards.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years experience in Automotive Manufacturing, with at least 4 years in Production Management.
• Degree in Operations | Project or Business Management.
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel ability.
• Experience leading Lean improvement initiatives and Six Sigma projects.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015, 45001 and 14001.
• Strong experience with workflow management, quality standards, 5S, stakeholder communications, production planning and coordination, and staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production management and ensure smooth flow of manufacturing processes.
• Lead Lean and Six Sigma projects to improve efficiency and quality.
• Coordinate production planning and staff supervision to meet targets.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Production Planning

Staff Supervision

Stakeholder Communications

Quality Standards

5S

Workflow Management

Product Technical Knowledge

Leadership

MS Office Integration

Education

Degree in Operations/Project/Business Management

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 5 to 10 years experience within the Automotive Manufacturing Industry of which at least 4 years has been in Production Management
• Degree in Operations | Project or Business Management required
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel ability
• Experienced in Leading Lean Business Improvements, managing Lean and Six Sigma Projects
• Experienced with ISO Standards including ISO 9001 (2015) | 45001 and 14001
• Strong working experience with Workflow Management | Quality Standards | 5S | Stakeholder Communications | Production Planning and Coordination | Staff Supervision, Training and Development and Smooth Flow Activity
• Strong knowledge Product Technical knowledge
• Valid Driver's License and own Transport required
• Contactable references and payslips required upon request

(Only suitable candidates will be shortlisted and contacted within 14 days)

Salary Structure:

• Basic Salary of R 70 000, negotiable based on experience
• Benefits including Medical Aid and Provident Fund
• Performance based Bonus