Production Manager

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Bonus program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead our Randburg manufacturing operations. The role oversees planning, execution, quality control, and team leadership to drive efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in production management within manufacturing, a strong track record in lean and Six Sigma, and expertise in ERP and MES systems. Relocation support may be available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in production management within manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership with ability to manage large teams.
• Strong understanding of production planning, quality management, and supply chain.
• Excellent financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Proficiency in ERP and MES systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production strategies to meet organizational goals and market demands.
• Manage daily production activities, ensuring targets for volume, quality, and cost are met.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of production supervisors and staff.
• Oversee budget management for the production department, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives, such as lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Budget management

ERP/MES

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MES

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Production Manager to lead their manufacturing operations in Randburg . This senior role involves overseeing all aspects of the production process, from planning and execution to quality control and team leadership. You will be responsible for driving efficiency, ensuring safety, managing budgets, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a proven track record in the manufacturing industry, capable of strategic thinking and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to significantly impact the success of a key production facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production strategies to meet organizational goals and market demands.
• Manage daily production activities, ensuring targets for volume, quality, and cost are met.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of production supervisors and staff.
• Oversee budget management for the production department, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives, such as lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in production management within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a proven ability to manage large teams and complex operations.
• Strong understanding of production planning, quality management systems, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent financial acumen and experience with budget management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Significant opportunity for career advancement and leadership development.
• Performance-driven bonus program.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a leading manufacturing company.