Senior Production Manager: Lean Ops & Quality Leadership

Pty; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Worcester is seeking a highly organized Senior Production Manager to oversee all production operations. Responsibilities include strategic planning, resource optimization, and leading teams to meet performance targets. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in production management, a diploma in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, and excellent leadership skills. This is a full-time position with a closing date of 30 November 2025.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in Production Management (Engineering / Manufacturing environment).
• 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment or basic understanding of manufacturing machines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production operations ensuring optimal efficiency.
• Conduct time studies and allocate resources.
• Maintain and develop departmental skills matrix, identifying training needs.

Skills

Strong leadership and people management

Excellent communication & organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel and production management software

Bilingual in Afrikaans and English

Technical and process problem solving skills

Ability to adapt to change and work under pressure

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering

Job description

A manufacturing company in Worcester is seeking a highly organized Senior Production Manager to oversee all production operations. Responsibilities include strategic planning, resource optimization, and leading teams to meet performance targets. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in production management, a diploma in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, and excellent leadership skills. This is a full-time position with a closing date of 30 November 2025.