Production Manager - Electronics

FM Staff; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturing firm in Cape Town is seeking a Production Manager to oversee lab operations, manage production schedules, and ensure quality compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and strong leadership skills. This role requires hands-on technical support, teamwork, and adherence to stringent quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years working experience in specifically electronics production.
• Sound knowledge of ESD control and lean manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage teams and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the efficient operation of the electronics production lab.
• Plan and manage production schedules and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Lead troubleshooting of production issues and root cause investigations.

Skills

Leadership

PCB assembly

Soldering techniques

Quality standards

Technical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities:
Overseeing the efficient operation of the electronics production lab.
Planning and managing production schedules, optimising manufacturing processes, leading a production team, and ensuring product quality and compliance.
Provide hands-on technical support and continuous improvement initiatives to meet operational goals.
Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.
Design, document, and optimize manufacturing processes and workflows.
Supervise production staff, including technicians and operators.
Lead troubleshooting of production issues and root cause investigations.
Ensure adherence to quality standards (e.g., IPC-A-610) and ESD protocols.
Coordinate with procurement and planning teams for material availability.
Support New Product Introductions (NPI) and pilot production runs.
Maintain accurate production documentation and performance reports.
Develop training programs and cross-skilling plans for production staff.
Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams during product development and handover.
Oversee equipment maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs or calibrations.
Manage inventory accuracy and minimize production-related scrap and rework
Implement and monitor systems for traceability and product serialization (where applicable).

Minimum requirements to apply:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years working experience in specifically electronics production.
Sound knowledge of PCB assembly, soldering techniques, ESD control, quality standards, lean manufacturing, equipment troubleshooting.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Proven ability to manage teams and production schedules.
Hands-on technical problem-solving ability.
Knowledge of IPC and industry safety standards.
RSA Citizens only.
No criminal record - this will be verified.