Timber Production Lead - 20+ Team, Quality & Growth

West Coast Personnel; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Personnel is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee a 20+ staff team. You will plan daily production to meet customer orders, monitor output and quality, and coordinate equipment maintenance.

The role includes HR support, OHS compliance, and improving processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in production planning, leadership, and a hands-on approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Production Manager/Production Supervisor experience.
• Experience managing 20+ production staff.
• Strong production planning and organisational ability.
• Computer literate – Excel and Outlook.
• Forklift license advantageous.
• OHS experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a production team of 20+ staff.
• Plan daily production according to customer orders and deadlines.
• Monitor production output and quality standards.
• Set up equipment and coordinate maintenance and servicing.
• Manage stock requirements to meet production needs.
• Oversee warehouse operations and stock storage.
• Supervise the loading of customer orders.
• Assist with HR matters involving production staff.
• Maintain OHS standards.
• Ensure production areas remain clean, organised and efficient.
• Maintain production records and administration.
• Coach, mentor and develop employees.
• Participate as a member of the management team.

Skills

Production planning

People management

Problem-solving

Communication

Technical aptitude

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tertiary qualification advantageous

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

West Coast Personnel is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee a 20+ staff team. You will plan daily production to meet customer orders, monitor output and quality, and coordinate equipment maintenance.

The role includes HR support, OHS compliance, and improving processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in production planning, leadership, and a hands-on approach to continuous improvement.