Production Manager

Epiroc; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global productivity partner in Krugersdorp seeks a Production Manager to lead operations at the Production Centre Chamdor. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety standards and deliver world-class quality products efficiently. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Industrial Engineering, proven production management experience in South Africa, and strong leadership skills. This challenging role offers career growth and a commitment to innovation in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Epic benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Proven track record in modern production management within the South African manufacturing context.
• Strong leadership experience in production environments.
• Expertise in financial analysis, planning, procurement, and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations at the Production Centre Chamdor.
• Champion Safety Always mindset across operations.
• Deliver on performance KPIs and support production.

Skills

Production management

Financial analysis

Lean Manufacturing principles

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Business/commercial related qualification

Job description

About Epiroc

Epiroc is a multinational company with a presence in 150 countries, which with innovative technology, develops and provides safe and state-of-the-art equipment, such as drilling machinery and construction tools for use in surface and underground mining. It also offers world-class after-sales services and solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification.

Life at Epiroc

By joining our team, you will be part of a group of knowledgeable and helpful colleagues who live by our core values: collaboration, commitment and innovation. The work environment in the mining and construction industries presents unique and interesting challenges that you will not find in other industries. Our culture is characterized by care for work-life balance, professional development, global professional opportunities, and an epic benefits package.

Your mission as a Production Manager

As Production Manager, you will lead and develop Epiroc’s operations at the Production Centre Chamdor (PC Chamdor) in alignment with the Epiroc Way, ensuring compliance with both local and global standards. Your mission is to contribute to positioning PC Chamdor as the industry benchmark in utility vehicles and low-profile underground machines manufacturing. You will ensure an injury free workplace, where world-class quality products are delivered on time with the shortest possible lead time and lowest possible cost. You will set the strategic direction for production, in line with the PC’s overall strategy, ensure you have a high performing team and ensure an agile, competitive and future proof production.

What you’ll do

• Champion a Safety Always mindset across all operations
• Develop and execute long-term Sustainability roadmaps in line with Epiroc 2030 targets
• Improve production quality through standardized processes, staff upskilling, and optimized testing procedures.
• Align operations with global production centres (PCs) for agility and customer-centric performance.
• Develop a roadmap to achieve Epiroc Flow Level 2, targeting 5% annual productivity improvement and 30% lead-time reduction.
• Lead automation and digital transformation to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
• Drive production capacity planning and forecasting in collaboration with R&D and Supply Chain.
• Design a flexible staffing strategy including subcontracting to manage market fluctuations with agility and speed

• Build and empower a high-performing, psychologically safe, and agile team.
• Implement strategic direction for your department, ensuring clarity of mission, communication, and accountability.

• Deliver on PC Chamdor committed targets and performance KPIs - supporting the organization with on time, cost effective and quality assured production.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to capture new business opportunities, optimize internal efficiencies, and support new product lines.

What you’ll bring

• Proven track record in modern production management within the South African manufacturing context.
• A degree in Industrial Engineering and/or any other related qualification.
• An additional business/commercial related qualification could be advantageous.
• Strong leadership experience in production environments.
• Expertise in financial analysis, planning, procurement, and quality assurance.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Ability to thrive within a matrix organization and drive collaboration across teams.

Who you are

• Strategic and resilient leader with a focus on building high-performing teams.
• Collaborative problem-solver who thrives on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Growth-oriented and committed to excellence.

Location

Chamdor, Krugersdorp

Closing Date

12 November 2025

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Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of more than SEK 60 billion in 2023, and has around 18 200 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around 150 countries. Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com.

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn’t just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com