727 Machinery Manager jobs in South Africa

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Jelocorp Group are seeking a highly driven Sales Manager with proven experience in the construction machinery sector to lead sales growth and expand market share within the assigned regions. The ideal candidate will have strong industry connections, excellent negotiation skills, and a track record of driving sales of heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, bulldozers, and cranes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve business targets in the construction machinery sector.
• Promote and sell machinery (e.g., excavators, loaders, bulldozers, cranes) to contractors, distributors, government clients, and other key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, driving regional growth and expanding the company’s market share.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to successfully close deals in line with company objectives.
• Conduct market research to monitor trends, competitor activities, and customer requirements, providing regular feedback to management.
• Represent the company at exhibitions, trade shows, product demonstrations, and on-site client visits.

Requirements

• Proven sales experience in the construction machinery industry (essential).
• Strong background with Chinese-funded construction machinery companies (e.g., XCMG, Liugong, Shantui) is highly advantageous.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Results-driven and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively within the assigned provinces.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken); additional languages will be an advantage.

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The main purpose of the role is to lead the Production department at our plant in Southgate Industrial Park, Durban. You are accountable for the assembly and delivery of Volvo Trucks in our Final assembly. Lead by vision, drive change and be a positive and inspirational leader. We are built by people, and therefore need you to grow people and culture.

Reporting: This position reports to the Plant Director.

Job Objectives:

• To ensure Safety, Quality, Cost Delivery, People (SQCDEP) targets are achieved and in line with Plant objectives.
• Develop and support your direct reports and teams through a people-oriented and supportive leadership.
• Secure an inclusive workplace that will serve as the basis for high-performing teams in line with the Volvo Values.
• Foster and secure a continuous improvement culture, where problems are opportunities to improve.
• Ensure that the Operations organization is well resourced, trained and equipped to deliver the desired level of output.
• Ensure effective communication systems are in place across the organization.
• Implement and enact the organization’s medium to long-term strategies.
• Develop, build, and maintain functional relationships with all key stakeholders within and outside the organization.
• Be a strong ambassador for Health & Safety and Quality, manage risks within the assembly, and take necessary actions to mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legislative acts and regulations within the assembly.
• Develop mutually beneficial relationships with organized labor/union representatives (Numsa).
• Represent the factory and participate actively in related international manufacturing networks.

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualifications & Job Experience

• Degree or Diploma in Operations/Production Management.
• 10 years of experience in an Automotive/Manufacturing Environment.
• Experience in senior leadership and managerial roles within the automotive industry.
• Good knowledge and experience from a Production/Automotive industry.
• Proven leadership skills / Leading Leaders.
• Positive attitude, goal-oriented, flexible, and self-driven.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Structured and analytical skills.
• Problem-solving and deviation handling skills.
• Experience in lean principles and process orientation.
• Experience with South African industrial relations, including NBF agreement and LRA.
• Experience in HR processes and negotiation skills.
• Business acumen and ability to cooperate across various levels and roles.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.

Shortlisted candidates must complete and sign personal verification permissions, consent, and indemnity declarations for reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting processes, and other necessary checks.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

Application Closing Date: 4 September 2025.

We value your data privacy and do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities across our leading brands and entities.

Applying for this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will work with some of the most talented and innovative minds in our field to leave society in better shape for future generations. We are passionate about our work and thrive on teamwork. Our culture is built on care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all manufacturing of Volvo, Renault, and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We manage global spare parts distribution and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. With 30,000 employees across 30 plants and 50 distribution centers worldwide, we offer international career opportunities in a state-of-the-art industrial environment focused on continuous improvement. As the planet faces significant challenges, we stand at the forefront of innovation, ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school, and roads and buildings are constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility, and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group means working with some of the world's most iconic brands and being part of a global, leading industrial company harnessing automated driving, electromobility, and connectivity.

Our people are passionate, aim for high performance, and thrive on teamwork and learning. Life at Volvo is supported by a culture of care, respect, and mutual support.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better, more resilient society for future generations.

A leading food manufacturing company situated in the Gauteng is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Production Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all employees through engagement in order to strive for zero accidents.
• Ensure employees are trained and clear on safety expectations, including, but not limited to, completion of behavioural based safety observations, workplace exams, safety meetings, and other safety communication.
• Monitor product quality, issues, and changes, correcting any deficiencies. Monitor, control, and manage scrap produced to facilitate reductions and increase yields.
• Implement, lead, coach and actively facilitate AM Progression from AM step 0 to step 7
• Drive structured problem solving for incidents and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote an open environment for quality and safety continuous improvement while holding a level of individual accountability.
• Responsible for providing interpretation of the policies, procedures, and contract language for the production department in coordination with plant resources.
• Assist other departments in achieving their specific objectives through participation, counselling, and support.
• Achieve high levels of asset intensity by reducing unplanned stops, speed loss, waste generation, and optimizing planned downtime performance.
• Strong organizational skills needed as well as ability to collaborate with internal and external partners and stakeholders.

Key requirements:

• Technical qualification (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Electrical)
• 5 years of Manufacturing experience in FMCG, preference will be given to candidates with experience in a Food Manufacturing plant
• Solid experience in executing Lean Manufacturing of TPM/IL6S with a minimum green belt certification
• Demonstrated Leadership skills to effectively lead a group of people
• Good interpersonal skills, self-awareness, people development, self-drive, business acumen, and influential skills at all levels in an organization
• Understanding or exposure to industrial relations and employee engagement

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to

You are welcome to contact either Rebecca or Nehelene at or respectively.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.
Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Hire Resolve’s client, a manufacturer and supplier of promotional tinware, is searching for a Production Manager to join their team in Epping, Cape town.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee production activities to improve machine utilization and reduce spoilage.

• Drive operational excellence and monitor daily trends for corrective action.

• Coordinate production planning with Sales and Planning teams.

• Ensure production plans are approved and followed.

• Address quality issues in collaboration with QA personnel.

• Maintain housekeeping and enforce 5S standards.

• Approve daily overtime and manage cost overruns.

• Investigate and resolve customer complaints and product rejections.

• Ensure compliance with quality, food safety, and audit standards.

• Oversee equipment maintenance, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and scheduling.

• Coordinate breakdown response and develop preventative measures.

• Conduct daily maintenance meetings and manage budget adherence.

• Review staff performance and conduct disciplinary actions as needed.

• Coordinate training, keep skills matrix updated, and support succession planning.

• Promote and enforce safety practices and investigate incidents.

• Ensure timely completion of reports and administrative tasks.

• Support innovation and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

• B-Tech or Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a Diploma in Production Management (or equivalent qualification).

• Minimum of 5 years’ leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven ability to manage production efficiency, quality control, and maintenance coordination.

• Strong understanding of KPIs, EMU (Effective Machine Utilization), and spoilage reduction strategies.

• Experience with implementing 5S and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Knowledge of quality and food safety management systems.

• Familiarity with Six Sigma principles and audit compliance.

• Competence in managing staff performance, training, and succession planning.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to enforce safety protocols and promote a safety-first culture.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to or visit website:

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Our client, operating in the Manufacturing Industry (OEM), is looking to employ an experienced Production Manager to their dynamic team in Port Elizabeth.
Previous work experience in the plastics manufacturing environment and 5 years’ experience in Injection Moulding machine setting and optimization secures.

Senior Management salary package offered - commensurate with experience.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years’ experience in Injection moulding machine setting and optimization.
• At least 3 years supervisory experience.
• Previous work experience in the plastics manufacturing environment.
• Relevant qualification essential.
• Code 8 driver's license essential.
• Must have expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Preferably experienced with databases.
• Experience in the compilation of management data reporting. Filing indexing etc. must be of a high level.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Co-ordinate and manage all production staff.
• Weekly meetings with the injection moulding machine setters for problem resolving, information, etc.
• Promoting quality achievement and performance improvement throughout the organisation.
• Setting production objectives and ensuring that targets are achieved (scrap %, absenteeism %, cycle time standards, etc.).
• Maintaining awareness of the business context and company profitability, including budgetary control issues.
• Ensure products are manufactured timeously and meet the customer quality and delivery requirements.
• Manage setting of all injection moulding machines and any ancillary equipment.
• Schedule production through the plant utilizing equipment to its best effect.
• Ensure all raw materials are ordered timorously.
• Ensure that production work instructions eg. Production Process Flow charts, Setting Sheets, Inspection Instructions, Job Cards, Packaging and Transport details are adequate and complied with.
• Maintain good housekeeping throughout.
• Conduct periodic formal reviews (at least annually) to verify that production activities are performed in accordance with the applicable procedures and work instructions.
• Review customer releases and formulate production plans when necessary.
• Identify process, tooling, equipment improvements, etc.
• Identify the training needs of personnel under supervision.
• Conduct / implement training when required.
• To assist Stores Controller when necessary (e.g. material staging, month end/annual stocktaking, etc.).
• Have full control when General Manager is not available.
• Collating and analysing performance data and charts against defined parameters.
• Ensuring tests and procedures are properly understood, carried out and evaluated and that product modifications comply with requirements.
• Assistance in cross functional audits in line with the requirements of ISO 9001: 2015 and the internal audit plan.
• Assisting, wherever possible, to ensure that all actions, functions, and processes in the business are conducted in a value-added manner.
• Review all non-conforming products together with the quality department and ensure that effective correction action is taken to prevent recurrence.
• Bringing together staff of different disciplines and driving the group to plan, formulate and agree comprehensive quality procedures.
• Persuading reluctant staff to change their way of working to incorporate quality methods.
• Ensure that the agreed KPI’s are maintained and achieved for yourself and your subordinates.
• Monitoring performance by gathering relevant data and producing statistical reports where required.
• Complying, in line with the Management Policy Document, departmental procedures and practices.
• To comply with any other work-related instruction which is relayed via a superior and which is deemed to be necessary and reasonable.

Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying.

A leading force in the steel fabrication industry, specializing in high-quality Sheet Metal products based in Gauteng, is looking for an experienced Production Manager.

The Production Manager will oversee our Sheet Metal production operations, ensuring that projects are completed to the highest standards, within budget, and on schedule. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in boiler making, with proven experience in production planning, process optimization, and people management within the steel fabrication sector.

1. Lead the production team in the fabrication of Sheet Metal products, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
2. Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer delivery targets while maximizing resource efficiency.
3. Coordinate with the engineering department to troubleshoot fabrication issues and improve product quality.
4. Utilize lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement in all areas of production.
5. Manage workforce planning, including recruitment, training, and development of shop floor personnel.
6. Oversee maintenance of equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
7. Monitor production KPIs and generate reports on productivity, quality, and efficiency.
8. Implement and enforce strict safety regulations and company policies among staff.
9. Collaborate with other departments to support overall company objectives and projects.

Proven experience as a Boilermaker or in a similar role within the steel fabrication industry.

• Strong background in production planning and process optimization.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a focus on people management and team development.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and quality control processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computer software, including production management and CAD software.

Minimum requirements :

• Grade 12
• GMF Modules including practical test passed
• Minimum 5 years food safety or similar experience (HACCP, ISO, FSSC)
• Minimum 10 years experience as Production / Milling Manager of a team of at least 30 people
• Further qualifications / training / or at least 3 years experience in people management, industrial relations and performance management
• Basic Mechanical skills (Sifters, roll change, V Belts)
• Dryer / Heater Bank System Training
• Higher education (post graduate certificate / degree) will be advantageous
• Fumigation (Pest Control Fumigation course - PCO course) and Raw material grading experience advantageous
• OHS and/or safety rep (First Aid / Fire Fighting formal training) experience advantageous
• Raw Material Grading Course passed
• Forklift License advantageous

Required attributes :

• Excellent people management
• Analytical thinking
• Technical value drivers driven and competent
• Positive attitude and assertive
• Structured thinking
• Problem solving
• Deadline driven
• Attention to detail
• Multilevel communication skills
• Team building skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good management skills
• Innovative

Role and responsibilities :

• Manage the mill processes from raw material intake, conditioning, determination, basic maintenance, and milling to produce quality products as per specifications.
• Achieve technical value drivers such as milling tons, milling gain, extractions, rejects, hygiene, downtime management, and key task assessments.
• Identify training and development needs for the department through performance management.
• Conduct daily milling meetings and planning, including shift handovers, setting objectives, and root cause analysis for downtime and non-conformance.
• Verify raw material transfer grading and record results accurately.
• Ensure both maize mills operate at full capacity to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Reconcile milled tons with bin levels and manage packed product and stock issues.
• Optimize drying systems, mix back products, and operate grinding machines efficiently.
• Conduct environmental control measures, including leak declarations and pollution prevention.
• Maintain pest control standards to achieve zero tolerance.
• Ensure product quality consistency.
• Participate daily in product review meetings.
• Ensure milled products meet customer specifications.
• Maintain raw material availability and proper stock allocation for packing support.
• Record and report production summaries.
• Maximize mill capacity utilization.
• Ensure scales are calibrated regularly.
• Manage maintenance schedules and needs.
• Lead mill staff through performance management, training, and discipline.
• Maintain clear, honest communication.
• Manage shifts, leave, working hours, and overtime for staff.