Production Operations Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Career advancement

On-site training

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Production Operations Manager to lead manufacturing activities in Mahikeng, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality while optimizing workflows and driving continuous improvement. The role entails managing production teams, overseeing equipment, and reporting performance to senior management.

The ideal candidate should have a mechanical/industrial engineering background with 6+ years in production management, strong leadership, and experience with ERP systems and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial), Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of improving production efficiency and reducing costs.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize all daily production activities to meet output, quality, and cost targets.
• Supervise, train, and motivate production teams, ensuring adherence to schedules and procedures.
• Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations within the production facility.
• Oversee the maintenance and efficient operation of production machinery and equipment.
• Monitor production performance metrics and generate reports for senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Continuous improvement

Manufacturing process knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial), Operations Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Production Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations in Mahikeng . This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. You will manage production teams, optimize workflows, and drive continuous improvement to meet output targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, excellent leadership abilities, and a commitment to operational excellence, contributing significantly to the company's production capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize all daily production activities to meet output, quality, and cost targets.
• Supervise, train, and motivate production teams, ensuring adherence to schedules and procedures.
• Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the production facility.
• Oversee the maintenance and efficient operation of production machinery and equipment.
• Monitor production performance metrics and generate reports for senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial), Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of improving production efficiency and reducing costs.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes , quality control, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and production planning software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-driven bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within manufacturing operations.
• On-site training programs and professional development support.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment.