Production Manager – Scrap Metal Operations & Compliance

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; 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 (Pty) Ltd, Cape Town, seeks a Production Manager to support the Factory Manager in daily operations of a busy scrap metal branch. You will ensure correct purchasing, stock reconciliation, and compliance with applicable laws, while leading staff and maintaining high standards of performance.

This role requires 4+ years in a factory environment, strong numeracy, and proven staff-management ability.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent.
• At least 4 years in a factory environment.
• Experience managing factory, depot, store, or yard with stock, cash and staff accountability.
• Proven track record of staff discipline, timekeeping and attendance.
• Strong numeracy and accuracy; comfortable with stock reconciliation and monthly reporting.
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Clear credit and criminal record; background checks will be performed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the branch's operations and staff.
• Ensure scrap metal is purchased at the correct grade and weight, and that all purchase and dispatch records are accurately maintained and reconciled.
• Ensure full compliance with the Second-Hand Goods Act, including accurate recording of all information required under the Act.
• Manage stock control, inventory accuracy and cash.
• Lead the branch staff to meet daily operational and purchasing targets.
• Manage staff discipline, timekeeping and attendance directly - including initiating and running disciplinary processes where required.
• Maintain vigilance against theft, fraud, bribery and dishonesty, and report any irregularities to senior management.
• Maintain strong customer relations and resolve customer complaints professionally.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and health & safety regulations.
• Prepare accurate daily, weekly and monthly operational and financial reports for senior management.
• Work closely with senior management and other branch managers to share best practice across sites.

Skills

Staff management

Stock reconciliation

Numeracy

Disciplinary handling

Reporting

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd, Cape Town, seeks a Production Manager to support the Factory Manager in daily operations of a busy scrap metal branch. You will ensure correct purchasing, stock reconciliation, and compliance with applicable laws, while leading staff and maintaining high standards of performance.

This role requires 4+ years in a factory environment, strong numeracy, and proven staff-management ability.