Production Manager

Kerry Kopp Recruitment; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Production Manager to oversee production operations in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years’ experience in a senior production role within manufacturing. The role requires strong leadership skills and a focus on efficiency, quality, and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a senior production/plant management role within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of production operations.
• Ensure efficiency, quality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Drive production excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Skills

Manufacturing expertise

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cost management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business studies or related field

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for leading and managing all aspects of production operations across the business unit to ensure efficiency, quality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with health and safety standards. This management role requires a proven manufacturing professional with a strong strategic and operational background, who can drive production excellence and lead a workforce of 150+ employees in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

POSITION INFO

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business studies, industrial, or a related field is a non‑negotiable requirement.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a senior production/plant management role within a manufacturing environment.

Main Functions

• Strategic Production Planning & Leadership
• Production Execution & Control
• Quality Assurance & Operational Excellence
• Financial & Cost Management
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Inventory & Supply Chain Interface
• Reporting & Decision‑Making