Production Manager, Scrap Metal Operations

SA Metal Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Medical aid

Life cover at 4 x annual salary

Funeral cover

15 x paid leave days per annum

Long service leave after five years of

Job summary

SA Metal Group is seeking a Production Manager to lead a busy scrap metal branch. You will oversee daily operations, purchase control, stock accuracy and staff discipline while upholding safety and regulatory standards. Strong leadership and reporting skills are essential for success in this role.

The position is permanent, on-site, with provident fund, medical aid and life cover as part of the package. Candidates should have solid factory management experience in a similar environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a factory environment.
• Experience managing a factory, depot, store or yard with direct accountability for stock, cash and staff.
• Strong numeracy and accuracy, with daily/monthly reporting and stock reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the branch's operations and staff.
• Ensure scrap metal is purchased at correct grade and weight, and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with the Second-Hand Goods Act and other regulations.
• Lead staff to meet daily operational and purchasing targets.
• Prepare accurate daily, weekly and monthly reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with senior management to share best practice across sites.

Skills

Communication

Customer relations

Leadership

Management

Reporting

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

SA Metal Group is seeking a Production Manager to lead a busy scrap metal branch. You will oversee daily operations, purchase control, stock accuracy and staff discipline while upholding safety and regulatory standards. Strong leadership and reporting skills are essential for success in this role.

The position is permanent, on-site, with provident fund, medical aid and life cover as part of the package. Candidates should have solid factory management experience in a similar environment.