490 Manufacturing jobs in South Africa

Hire Resolve is currently seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join a dynamic manufacturing company. In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring the accuracy of financial data, and supporting the overall accounting functions within the organization. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring accuracy in financial documentation.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and statements.
• Support payroll processing and reporting duties.
• Maintain an orderly filing system and assist in compliance with financial regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with year-end audits and tax preparations as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent; degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with payroll processing and tax reporting is a plus.

• Salary negotiable and market-related

• Our client is offering a competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite): In this role, the candidate will design and develop manufacturing processes for products, considering aftermarket production challenges. The work includes developing procedures for economical production, repair, and overhaul in cooperation with MRO plant and production departments. The candidate will conduct tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and will troubleshoot and resolve production process problems with processes or equipment already in operation. The role includes troubleshooting and maintenance of testing equipment (electrical, hydraulic, electronic controls, and software).

• Define optimum LRU configuration.
• Define optimum work scope and build standard for existing products.
• Review failure data, cost, and parts usage across the repair site; make decisions and recommendations based on data review.
• Provide in-house advocacy for newly developed parts repairs/processes and obtain approval by Service Engineering and Collins Miramar Management.
• Analyze removal causes and develop corrective actions.
• Optimize on-wing life for LRU by review of CMM and SAP data.
• Review shop visit data and provide recommendations to optimize the shop visit rate for LRU.
• Work with Service Engineering to develop new product workscopes based on data.
• Collaborate in a team environment with Service Engineering, Program Engineering, Repair Engineering, FlightSense Technical Advisors, and Miramar Repair shop to optimize product reliability, maximize economical parts usage, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Provide status updates to Management and Miramar Site Teams on top cost reduction initiatives in process.
• Maintain proficiency in assigned SAP products; review shop and testing practices.
• Issue repair shop troubleshooting recommendations; review receiving inspection and provide test verification recommendations.
• Provide recommendations for parts scrap, reuse, replacement, rework, and repair determination; review component repair work.
• Perform failure and test reject analysis; develop and review parts rework and repair procedures.
• Track, review, and analyze unit reliability; provide shop training as required (initial and recurrent).
• Provide quality, product, and reliability improvement recommendations to the Engineering Manager.
• Optimize shop parts usage versus component reliability to meet Miramar repair site goals.
• Coordinate overall product line (Miramar repair shop) issues as required.
• Participate as a member of the implementation team for new product or customer programs.
• Perform and maintain active role in financial analysis of programs and implement corrective actions to achieve program financial goals.
• Develop and maintain proficiency in the computer software required to perform the job functions; provide technical support to Quality and EH&S departments as needed.
• CAD modelling experience is preferred.

• CAD modelling experience preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining testing equipment (electrical, hydraulic, electronic controls, and software).
• Ability to review data, analyze failures, and develop corrective actions.
• Strong collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams including Service Engineering, Program Engineering, and Repair populations.

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Accountant – Manufacturing Industry (Bellville, Cape Town)

Are you a hands-on Accountant with strong manufacturing industry experience? Our client, a leader in their field, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join their finance team based in Bellville, Cape Town.

This is a permanent role offering long-term growth opportunities, exposure to operations, and the chance to make a real impact in a high-performing environment.

• Full accounting function including reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.


• Manage stock processes, including monthly stock counts .


• Walk the plant, review processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements.


• Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and budget support.


• Perform intercompany transactions, fixed asset control, payroll validation, and balance sheet reconciliations.


• Stand in for the Financial Manager in meetings when required.


• Collaborate across all levels of staff – from the CEO to operational teams.

• B.Com degree in Finance/Management Accounting (Honours/CIMA/CA(SA) advantageous).


• Minimum 5 years’ accounting and reporting experience .


• Manufacturing industry experience is essential .


• Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel (pivot tables, large data sets).


• Strong knowledge of financial processes, internal controls, and production accounting.


• High energy, able to work independently, proactive, and hands-on.


• Comfortable working in the plant environment (walking, stairs, safety boots, early mornings).


• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to interact at all levels.

If you meet the above requirements and are seeking a long-term career opportunity in manufacturing finance, please apply.

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POSITION INFO:

A top-tier FMCG manufacturer in Gauteng is after a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to lead site engineering and utilities operations. They need someone with 5 years + of solid experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably within the beverage, food or consumer goods industry. The role centers on keeping plant equipment running reliably, reducing downtime, and driving proactive maintenance and improvement strategies. A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering is required, and a GCC (Factories) is essential for South African candidates. Hands-on knowledge of systems like boilers, HVAC, compressed air, CO₂, and water treatment is a must, along with strong CMMS skills and project coordination ability. If you’ve got the qualifications, experience and drive to improve reliability and performance, this could be your next move.

Manufacturing Engineer

Recruiter:

Paton Personnel

Job Ref:

Lerato and Naomi

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market-Related

SUMMARY:

Manufacturing Engineer - Gauteng

POSITION INFO:

A top-tier FMCG manufacturer in Gauteng is after a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to lead site engineering and utilities operations. They need someone with 5 years + of solid experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably within the beverage, food or consumer goods industry. The role centers on keeping plant equipment running reliably, reducing downtime, and driving proactive maintenance and improvement strategies. A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering is required, and a GCC (Factories) is essential for South African candidates. Hands-on knowledge of systems like boilers, HVAC, compressed air, CO₂, and water treatment is a must, along with strong CMMS skills and project coordination ability. If you’ve got the qualifications, experience and drive to improve reliability and performance, this could be your next move.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Advertising Services

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SCOPE
All functions, duties, and responsibilities of the Divisional Manufacturing Manager. Reports to the Divisional CEO.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline/industry.
• Business Administration Qualification (MDP/MAP/PDM)
• Diploma/Degree in Operations and Quality Management
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience working in the Manufacturing Industry

EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES

• Detailed knowledge of Electrical Transmission and Distribution Systems.
• Detailed knowledge and experience of Operations and Maintenance of Distribution Transformers industry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Able to organize, plan and monitor all aspects of the work.

AUTHORITY

• To co-sign Purchase Requisitions as per Group and Distribution Transformers Procurement Policies.
• 2 Appointee for the Division’s manufacturing facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manufacturing Management:
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing short, medium, and long-term objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
  • Manage timely data collection to update operations metrics to achieve productivity targets, reduce cost per unit, eliminate errors, and deliver excellent customer service.
  • Continuous optimization of efficiency, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining and improving quality standards.
  • Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets.
  • Design and enhance processes in support of continuous improvement programs.
  • Responsible for monitoring and continually improving standards of performance and quality within the operation.
  • Ensure production planning and execution is in line with customer requirements.
  • Verify progress in relation to contractual completion dates on specific contracts.
  • Ensure that all machines are in good working condition, maintained and utilized efficiently by applying preventative maintenance principles.
• Financial Management:
  • Monthly accounts review and investigation of Income Statement including allocations and expenses incurred vs. budget.
  • Promote Margin Improvement Opportunities and Cost Optimization Initiatives.
  • Ensure that effective cash flow management and proactive asset processes are in place to attain divisional targets.
  • Responsible for managing basic financial performance of the department, including revenue growth and operational expense control.
  • Facilitate the financial decision-making process at Senior Management level by interpreting operational requirements and integrating with discipline-based financial needs to ensure the availability of financial resources.
  • Review capital expenditure & forecasts to ensure alignment with business strategy & to optimize return on investment.
  • Direct the implementation and management of financial systems & processes to ensure optimal accountability.
  • Management of corrective actions with regards to cost controls.
  • Ensure that the commercial agreements with the different contractor partners are in place and aligned to business objectives.
  • Manage the annual budgeting process for the operation.
• Customer/Stakeholder Relationship Management:
  • Ensure and maintain ongoing operational working relationships with the customers and stakeholders.
  • Conducting customer visits and maintaining ongoing relationships with customers as well as liaising with customer and customer services.
  • Identify key role players in the industry and build and maintain strategic relationships where necessary.
  • Create an environment of trust through timeous, open, and honest communication.
  • Interact with clients and stakeholders and find out what their requirements are and find ways to address them in a mutually beneficial way.
  • Form close links with the nominated representatives/agents in other territories to ensure that all the requirements of the clients are met and satisfied.
  • Manage and grow key customer relationships within existing accounts whilst developing new business opportunities.
• Human Resource Management:
  • Manage the departmental HR processes in terms of HR policies & procedures, Performance Management, Training & Development, Recruitment, Manpower Planning, Discipline, etc.
  • Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
  • Give effective guidance and ensure compliance with company policies & procedures.
  • Create an effective working environment and understand the political and socio-economic environment.
  • Manage discipline in all sections. Has authority for the hiring and dismissing of employees and for determining remuneration levels for the department under his control within the constraints of the divisional limitations.
  • Maintain appropriate staffing level and workload distribution to meet production and business needs.
• SHEQ Management (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001):
  • Responsible for adhering to the requirements of abovementioned systems as directed by the SHEQ Management System (which includes relevant legislation, Policies, Procedures, Work Instructions, specifications, etc.)
  • Minimize business losses for accidents, occupational illness, and environmental incidents on the plants.
  • Ensure that Quality Assurance is confirmed to in every aspect, especially around documentation control.
  • Ensures compliance with all standards for Safety, Environmental, Work Procedures, Quality.
  • Ensure the adherence to all applicable safety, health, housekeeping, and quality standards and actively seek to improve said standards.
  • Assurance and Quality Control systems as adopted by the Distribution Transformers Division.

Monthly Salary: Market related

Do you have excellent negotiation and communication skills managing the buying portfolio successfully in a manufacturing concern?

Great opportunity to join our client in his signage and metal business based in Germiston. The position requires a very well organised individual who will be dedicated to their tasks ensuring the success of the company!

REQUIREMENTS

• Matric plus two years’ experience
• Experience with buying within a manufacturing concern or print/signage company
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with procurement software
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Technically minded and passionate about his industry
• Highly organised, able to work under pressure and results driven

• Researching and identifying reliable suppliers for signage materials and components
• Negotiating favourable terms and pricing agreements with vendors
• Collaborating with the design and production teams to understand technical requirements
• Tracking inventory levels and maintaining accurate procurement records
• Assisting in the development of procurement strategies to optimize cost-efficiency without compromising quality
• Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing
• Process requisitions and update management on status of orders
• Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels
• Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate with inventory team, management, and stockroom as required
• Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management
• Ability to travel
• Assist Project Managers with technical advice
• Communicate time delays on stock with factory manager
• Source new suppliers
• Attend to ADHOC projects as and when requested by Management or as required by operational procedures
• Adhering to high ethical and professional standards
• Ensure compliance with the company’s policies and procedures
• Ensure workspace is kept neat

A top-tier FMCG manufacturer in Gauteng is after a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to lead site engineering and utilities operations. They need someone with 5 years + of solid experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably within the beverage, food or consumer goods industry. The role centers on keeping plant equipment running reliably, reducing downtime, and driving proactive maintenance and improvement strategies. A Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering is required, and a GCC (Factories) is essential for South African candidates. Hands-on knowledge of systems like boilers, HVAC, compressed air, CO₂, and water treatment is a must, along with strong CMMS skills and project coordination ability. If youve got the qualifications, experience and drive to improve reliability and performance, this could be your next move.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

• Degree (Industrial Engineer, Engineer, Logistics etc)
• Proven management skills and experience in FMCG, pharma or cosmetics complex manufacturing environment
• Knowledgeable of GMP, regulatory and quality standards
• Skilled in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and data driven decision making
• ERP/WMS systems proficiency
• Strong commercial / business acumen
• Solid problem solving and systems-thinking mindset
• Ability to instill a culture of continuous improvement, resilience and adaptability

• Deliver on production targets through efficiency, quality and yield improvement
• Embed Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies to reduce waste and cost
• Champion innovation in processes, systems and technology
• Drive world-class standards in quality, safety and production efficiency
• Safeguard compliance, mitigate operational risks and maintain stock integrity

Accountant – Manufacturing Industry (Bellville, Cape Town)

Are you a hands-on Accountant with strong manufacturing industry experience?
Our client, a leader in their field, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join their finance team based in Bellville, Cape Town.

This is a permanent role offering long-term growth opportunities, exposure to operations, and the chance to make a real impact in a high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Full accounting function including reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.

• Manage stock processes, including monthly stock counts  

• Walk the plant, review processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements.

• Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and budget support.

• Perform intercompany transactions, fixed asset control, payroll validation, and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Stand in for the Financial Manager in meetings when required.

• Collaborate across all levels of staff – from the CEO to operational teams.

? Requirements

• B.Com degree in Finance/Management Accounting (Honours/CIMA/CA(SA) advantageous).

• Minimum 5 years’ accounting and reporting experience .

• Manufacturing industry experience is essential .

• Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel (pivot tables, large data sets).

• Strong knowledge of financial processes, internal controls, and production accounting.

• High energy, able to work independently, proactive, and hands-on.

• Comfortable working in the plant environment (walking, stairs, safety boots, early mornings).

• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to interact at all levels.

If you meet the above requirements and are seeking a long-term career opportunity in manufacturing finance, please apply.