Senior Production Manager

Bind-X GmbH; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days of paid vacation

Competitive salary

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

A dynamic biotech company in Centurion, Gauteng is looking for a Production Manager to oversee and optimize production operations. In this role, you will lead a team, manage production planning, and implement HSE standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in production and proven leadership skills. This opportunity offers ownership and the chance to impact sustainability and innovation in the field.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of professional experience in a production environment and first experience in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in HSE and quality management systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for planning, control, and optimization of production processes.
• Ensure production readiness and delivery capability.
• Lead and manage the production team, including performance management.

Skills

Production planning

Process optimization

Risk assessments

Logistics management

Leadership skills

Communication

Problem-solving

ERP systems

Education

Qualifications in Engineering, Millwright, Production Technology

Job description

Deine Rolle

To support the further build‑up and scaling of our production operations in South Africa, we are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our management team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership in a dynamic, international environment with a sustainable impact.

Deine Aufgaben

• Overall responsibility for the planning, control, and continuous optimization of production processes (output, quality, cost, and delivery performance)
• Ensure production readiness and delivery capability, including production planning, capacity and shift models, material availability, and logistics management
• Lead, develop, and manage the production team including performance management and skills development
• Implement and monitor Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards, including risk assessments, SOPs, safety training, incident management, and audits
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements, including deviation management, traceability, and documentation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintenance and asset management, including preventive maintenance, fault analysis, spare parts management, and TPM concepts
• Support with Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, and Quality to ensure smooth end‑to‑end operations
• Plan and execute investments (CAPEX) and technical changes, including change control, layout optimization, and process or equipment upgrades
• Support scale‑up and technology transfer projects, including ramp‑up of new products and processes
• Monitor and report KPIs and derive corrective measures
• Manage external service providers and contractors (e.g. maintenance, calibration, technical services)
• Ensure complete and compliant production documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, batch or production records, and training documentation

Dein Profil

• More than 5 years of professional experience in a production environment, including first experience in a senior leadership role
• Qualifications in Engineering, Millwright, Production Technology, Process Engineering, or Operations Management could be an advantage
• Proven experience in production planning, KPI‑based production control, and process optimization
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in HSE (risk assessments, safety culture, incident and CAPA management)
• Experience in logistics management
• Experience with quality management systems and audits (e.g. ISO 9001; GMP / ISO 14001 is an advantage depending on environment)
• Experience in maintenance and asset management (preventive maintenance, TPM, equipment reliability)
• Strong problem‑solving and fault diagnosis techniques on operational and technical level
• Strong project management and change management skills (process changes, equipment upgrades, CAPEX projects)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills, particularly in operational and shift‑based environments
• High level of hands‑on mentality, structured working style, ability to prioritize, and resilience in an operational setting
• Confident use of ERP systems and production reporting tools; good MS Office skills

Was wir bieten

• A purpose‑driven role in a growing Biotech company focused on sustainability and innovation
• The opportunity to work with a unique, bio‑based technology platform with global relevance
• High level of responsibility and ownership with real impact on company growth and success
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment with short decision‑making paths
• An international company setting with close collaboration across the Bind‑X Group
• Competitive fixed salary, 20 days of paid vacation and long‑term development opportunities
• Personal and professional growth, supported by training and development