Production Manager

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Bonus structure

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Medical aid

Dental

Retirement fund contributions

Paid annual leave

Sabbaticals potential

Executive training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Production Manager for Upington to oversee all manufacturing operations. Lead the team, implement strategies, and ensure safety, quality, and cost control in a demanding industrial setting.

The role requires strong managerial capabilities, deep process knowledge, and a proven track record of driving operational excellence and team performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business admin, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of production management experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and operational excellence.
• Proven leadership, strategic planning and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and production management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic production plans to meet objectives.
• Oversee daily production operations ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Lead the production team and foster high performance.
• Monitor processes, implement enhancements, optimize resources.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage budgets, control costs, report performance to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP systems

Production management

Education

Engineering degree

Business Admin degree

Tools

ERP systems

Production management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Production Manager to oversee all aspects of their manufacturing operations in Upington . This leadership role is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating production activities to achieve optimal efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. You will lead the production team, implement operational strategies, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong managerial skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and a proven track record of driving operational excellence and team performance in a demanding industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic production plans to meet organizational objectives.
• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.
• Manage and lead the production team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Monitor production processes, implement process enhancements, and optimize resource utilization.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and report on production performance to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a production management role within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methodologies.
• Proven leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and production management software.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Full medical aid, dental, and retirement fund contributions.
• Significant paid annual leave and potential for sabbaticals.
• Opportunities for executive training and development.