Senior Production Manager

Bright City Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Production Manager to lead the Wood factory. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in a woodworking manufacturing environment and will excel in planning, quality management, and team leadership. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, ensuring targets are met, and maintaining safety and cleanliness standards. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience at Senior Production Manager or Production Manager level.
• Proven experience in a woodworking manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mobilize teams of 50+ people.

Responsibilities

• Provide full accountability for the Woodworking factory and lead a team.
• Execute planning and documentation to meet demanding project timelines.
• Manage daily factory operations within standard hours.
• Identify challenges and implement solutions effectively.
• Report directly to the General Manager and provide strategic input.
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and quality control.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Planning & Forecasting

Quality Management

Technical Skills in Excel

Education

Matric

Tertiary Education

Job description

The Senior Production Manager is responsible for the effective leadership and management of the Wood factory. In this fast‑paced, highly customized manufacturing environment, you will ensure all targets are met on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will be accountable for accurate planning, forecasting, and the overall performance of the woodworking division.

Key Responsibilities

• Factory Leadership: Provide full accountability for the Woodworking factory and lead a team of approximately 50 employees.
• Planning & Forecasting: Execute exceptional planning and documentation, ensuring accurate forecasting to meet demanding project timelines.
• Operational Management: Manage daily factory operations within standard hours (Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 17:00), with flexibility to work Saturdays during peak periods.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify potential challenges and implement solutions independently or in collaboration with relevant team members.
• Reporting: Report directly to the General Manager and provide strategic input to the Executive management.
• Quality & Standards: Maintain the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and quality control throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 8–10 years of experience at a Senior Production Manager or Production Manager level is essential.
• Industry Knowledge: Proven experience in a woodworking manufacturing environment, such as shopfitting, kitchen manufacturing, or furniture manufacturing.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and mobilize teams of 50+ people while maintaining high morale.
• Education: Matric is essential; a tertiary education is considered a distinct advantage.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel, as this is the primary system used for management and planning in our non‑automated environment.

This role will suit an experienced Production Manager who is solution minded, focuses on quality and building a high performance culture.

This role is based in Benrose.