48 Manufacturing jobs in Gauteng

OBJECTIVE

Manufacturing Team Leader supervises day-to-day shop floor production, ensuring safe, high-quality output and smooth workflow while giving hands-on guidance to CNC Operators, Bandsaw Operators, and Welders.

Core responsibilities include monitoring line performance, maintaining safety standards, checking product quality at each stage, and coordinating manpower to keep the line balanced. The position is rooted in practical floor supervision, with three key focus areas: quality of output, effective use of people and resources, and reliable material availability.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership, Coordination & Supervision

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of CNC Operators, Bandsaw Operators, and Welders.
• Allocate tasks according to operator skillsets and production priorities.
• Monitor team performance on the line, giving guidance, coaching, and immediate feedback to keep productivity on target.
• Hold short toolbox talks or huddles to update the team on targets, safety reminders, and issues from the previous shift.

Production Control & Materials Flow

• Follow the production plan and ensure jobs are completed in sequence without delays.
• Make sure raw materials are staged at machines, preventing downtime caused by shortages.
• Reassign operators to different tasks when bottlenecks appear, keeping workflow smooth.
• Use basic visual tools (Kanban, boards, labels) to track progress and keep work organized.
• Confirm completed jobs in the ERP system (backflushing) so material consumption and finished goods stock are updated accurately.
• Oversee the Production Kitting station: ensure kits are prepared, staged, and correctly tagged (red = incomplete, green = ready) before production starts.

Quality & Compliance

• Act as first-line QC: check parts at each stage to ensure they meet specifications.
• Stop and correct defects immediately to prevent rework or scrap moving downstream.
• Record inspection results and escalate persistent quality issues to the Production Manager.

Safety & Maintenance

• Enforce PPE use, safe machine handling, and hazard awareness on the line.
• Stop unsafe practices immediately and report incidents or near misses.
• Check that operators follow basic maintenance routines (e.g., machine cleaning, oiling, tool changes) and escalate faults to Maintenance when needed.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Collect and review daily production numbers from operators, ensuring accuracy.
• Update and maintain production boards daily, reflecting output, targets, bottlenecks, and any shortages to keep the team informed and aligned.
• Submit daily production reports to the Warehouse/Production Manager.
• Encourage operators to suggest improvements in setup, handling, or workflow, and support small changes that improve efficiency.
• Support cross-training and skills development within the team to build flexibility.

Dependence
: Reports to the Warehouse/Production Manager and operates under broad production objectives, using practical judgment to keep the line running efficiently

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training:
Technical qualification in manufacturing/engineering; safety or quality certifications are an advantage.

Experience
: 5+ years in manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a team leader or supervisory role. Must have hands-on experience in CNC machining, welding, or cutting.

Minimum Remunation:
R120 p/h - R130 p/h

Job Description,
To lead and manage the full lifecycle of AXXIS (EIS) product development, from electronic design and prototyping through to efficient, high-quality manufacturing and continuous operational optimization. This includes integrating advanced electronic design principles, embedded firmware development, and Industry 4.0-aligned manufacturing practices to support BME's strategic goals.

The role bridges R&D with SP production, ensuring seamless handovers, ongoing product support, and continuous improvement in operational efficiency, product quality, and technological innovation.

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Overview
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To lead and manage the full lifecycle of AXXIS (EIS) product development, from electronic design and prototyping through to efficient, high-quality manufacturing and continuous operational optimization. This includes integrating advanced electronic design principles, embedded firmware development, and Industry 4.0-aligned manufacturing practices to support BME's strategic goals.

The role bridges R&D with SP production, ensuring seamless handovers, ongoing product support, and continuous improvement in operational efficiency, product quality, and technological innovation.

, Qualifications,

• BSc Engineering: Electronic or Industrial
• Masters: Operations Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management (Advantage)

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Experience
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• 7+ years of proven experience in electronic equipment manufacturing, including hands-on involvement in both design and production environments
• 5+ years' experience managing quality assurance systems within an electronics production environment, including compliance to international standards

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Duties
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Electronic Product Design & Development

• Design and develop advanced electronic detonators, blasting control systems, test equipment, and embedded firmware
• Research and integrate cutting-edge technologies into new and existing designs
• Manage product lifecycle from concept to production release
• Perform and oversee prototype development, testing, and qualification
• Provide field support and training for new and existing electronic systems

Manufacturing Management

• Oversee the AXXIS equipment manufacturing facility operations to ensure cost-effective, timely, and high-quality production
• Ensure that production KPIs (output, uptime, quality, safety) are met
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Collaborate with procurement, planning, and logistics to align manufacturing with demand
• Ensure production readiness for new product introductions from R&D

Operational Optimization

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 principles
• Monitor and improve key operational metrics such as OEE, cycle time, yield, and scrap rate
• Use data-driven methodologies to identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable solutions
• Standardize processes and implement best practices across the facility
• Drive automation and digital transformation in the manufacturing environment

Strategic Alignment & Leadership

• Align manufacturing and product design strategies with BME's strategic imperatives
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering innovation and ownership
• Collaborate with global teams on development, quality, and engineering projects
• Support risk management, resource planning, and capacity expansion projects
• Promote a culture of safety, continuous learning, and operational excellence

Core Deliverables
High-Quality Product Output

• Ensure AXXIS electronic systems and components are manufactured to meet quality, safety, and performance standards.

Design-to-Manufacture Integration

• Seamless transition of new electronic designs into full-scale production with minimal delays or rework.

Process Optimization

• Implement continuous improvement projects to improve OEE, reduce cycle time and waste, and increase yield across manufacturing operations.

Operational Efficiency

• Maintain cost-effective, lean, and safe manufacturing processes that meet production targets and delivery timelines.

Technology & Innovation Implementation

• Integrate Industry 4.0 tools, automation, and data-driven solutions into manufacturing and engineering workflows.

Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Develop and lead high-performing teams, ensuring cross-functional collaboration between engineering, quality, and production units.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all operations comply with relevant quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Stakeholder Satisfaction

• Deliver consistent value to both internal (e.g., R&D, commercial teams) and external stakeholders (e.g., customers, regulators) through responsive and reliable operations.

Sustainability Initiatives

• Drive environmentally responsible practices in line with corporate sustainability goals, including energy use, waste reduction, and material efficiency.

Data-Driven Decision-Making

• Leverage operational and production data to drive performance improvements and support strategic planning.

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Job Competencies
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• Skilled in electronic design, embedded systems, and scalable manufacturing integration
• Drives efficiency and quality using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 tools
• Aligns manufacturing and optimization with business goals for long-term success
• Builds accountable, high-performing teams and fosters innovation
• Solves problems using data-driven, sustainable solutions
• Ensures product reliability and compliance with industry standards
• Collaboration: Works effectively with internal teams and external partners

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General
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Job Related Skills

• Quality Control Analysis
• SQL Data Analysis
• Management skills
• Process optimization
• Communication skills
• Change Managment
• Project management
• Supply Chain Management
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Decision Making
• Critical Thinking

Company Description

ELITE SYSPRO Partner, with offices in Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu and Zimbabwe.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a SYSPRO Manufacturing Consultant located in Centurion. The SYSPRO Manufacturing Consultant will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and customization of the SYSPRO ERP system within manufacturing operations. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing manufacturing processes, providing ERP training to staff, and ensuring the ERP system meets the operational needs of the supply chain and manufacturing processes. The consultant will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize ERP solutions and troubleshoot any issues that arise.

Qualifications

• Experience in Supply Chain Management
• Knowledge of Manufacturing processes
• Proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, specifically SYSPRO
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently on-site
• Relevant certifications in ERP systems or Supply Chain Management are a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related field

Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary
Responsible for the monitoring and analysis of economic, regulatory, technological and other relevant variables, in understanding the international and domestic Manufacturing Sector Analyst Sector. Collate the relevant data on current customer & economic trends that identify opportunities for market share growth, thereby building knowledge as an emerging subject matter expert. In addition to providing day-to-day support, the role will require assisting the manager in collation of customer insights which will, along with other insights, help establish and influence the Manufacturing Sector strategy.

Job Description
Accountability: Business Management

• Ensure a climate of collaboration between all businesses supporting Manufacturing sector (Communications, Compliance, Credit, Customer, Distribution, Finance, Fraud, IT, Marketing, MI, Pricing, Product, and Risk).
• Track and share the latest changes in legislation (including environmental, quality, and operational standards) impacting the sector and assist in assessing the impact thereof on the Manufacturing strategy and customers across Relationship Banking (RB).
• Compile monthly reports through the collation of relevant information on monthly progress and industry developments.
• Conduct reporting analyses to track performance against targets and budgets, informing Monthly / Quarterly reviews as well as the market share growth of RB Manufacturing sector.
• Provide, via reports, an analysis of the latest trends in Manufacturing in terms of sector, economic, customer, product & channel, as well as market share and growth opportunities while including geographical regions (provinces, metropolitan areas, coastal areas) where applicable.

Accountability: Sector Intelligence and support to key internal stakeholders

• Compile research, monthly reports and newsletters analysing the key variables affecting the sector, the trends therein and the outlook for Manufacturing subsectors and the industry.
• Provide Manufacturing sector support to credit teams, in the form of research or feasibility assessment / deal input, as inputs into customer engagements and deals.
• Assist in building of generic sector financial models as well as assessment of feasibility models for deals.
• Support the collection and maintenance of data which will contribute to the effective delivery of, as well as in the broader planning of the RB Manufacturing sector strategy.
• Acts as first line of assessment of market requirements for products or services, define the potential market size to determine prioritisation of new development, and provide input for the expansion of business development and marketing plans for RB Manufacturing sector.
• Develop sufficient understanding of RB customers and how their needs can be met through Manufacturing sector offerings and the products or services RB have in place to help assist in this solution.
• Assist in the researching and qualification of value adding and innovative solutions or propositions for RB and/or Group by participating in Industry bodies, contact with customers and 3rd parties, or related external stakeholders.
• Prepare and present reports and presentations to stakeholders (Credit, Customer, Distribution and Product) on emerging industry or sector trends.
• Assist in the identification of complex business opportunities on a continuous basis by researching clients to discover and recognise potential cross-sell opportunities.
• Participate in relevant Knowledge Management Forums and Communities of Best Practice.

Accountability: Stakeholder Relationship

• Facilitate appropriate Service level agreements with Business and other function support units.
• Provide assistance to manager in supporting all stakeholders (internal and external).
• Assist manager in hosting client events and panels as part of building RB Manufacturing Sectors' brand, insights, and relationships.

Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

Manufacturing Sector Analyst "

Location: Sandton

Job type: Full time

Posted: 30+ Days Ago

Job requisition id: R-

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and a strong position as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

Responsible for the monitoring and analysis of economic, regulatory, technological and other relevant variables, in understanding the international and domestic Manufacturing Sector. Collate the relevant data on current customer & economic trends that identify opportunities for market share growth, thereby building knowledge as an emerging subject matter expert. In addition to providing day-to-day support, the role will require assisting the manager in collation of customer insights which will, along with other insights, help establish and influence the Manufacturing Sector strategy.

Job Description

Accountability: Business Management

• Ensure a climate of collaboration between all businesses supporting Manufacturing sector (Communications, Compliance, Credit, Customer, Distribution, Finance, Fraud, IT, Marketing, MI, Pricing, Product, and Risk).
• Track and share the latest changes in legislation (including environmental, quality, and operational standards) impacting the sector and assist in assessing the impact thereof on the Manufacturing strategy and customers across Relationship Banking (RB).
• Compile monthly reports through the collation of relevant information on monthly progress and industry developments.
• Conduct reporting analyses to track performance against targets and budgets, informing Monthly / Quarterly reviews as well as the market share growth of RB Manufacturing sector.
• Provide, via reports, an analysis of the latest trends in Manufacturing in terms of sector, economic, customer, product & channel, as well as market share and growth opportunities while including geographical regions (provinces, metropolitan areas, coastal areas) where applicable.

Accountability: Sector Intelligence and support to key internal stakeholders

• Compile research, monthly reports and newsletters analysing the key variables affecting the sector, the trends therein and the outlook for Manufacturing subsectors and the industry.
• Provide Manufacturing sector support to credit teams, in the form of research or feasibility assessment / deal input, as inputs into customer engagements and deals.

• Assist in building of generic sector financial models as well as assessment of feasibility models for deals.
• Support the collection and maintenance of data which will contribute to the effective delivery of, as well as in the broader planning of the RB Manufacturing sector strategy.
• Acts as first line of assessment of market requirements for products or services, define the potential market size to determine prioritisation of new development, and provide input for the expansion of business development and marketing plans for RB Manufacturing sector.
• Develop sufficient understanding of RB customers and how their needs can be met through Manufacturing sector offerings and the products or services RB have in place to help assist in this solution.
• Assist in the researching and qualification of value adding and innovative solutions or propositions for RB and/or Group by participating in Industry bodies, contact with customers and 3rd parties, or related external stakeholders.
• Prepare and present reports and presentations to stakeholders (Credit, Customer, Distribution and Product) on emerging industry or sector trends.
• Assist in the identification of complex business opportunities on a continuous basis by researching clients to discover and recognise potential cross-sell opportunities.
• Participate in relevant Knowledge Management Forums and Communities of Best Practice.

Accountability: Stakeholder Relationship

• Facilitate appropriate Service level agreements with Business and other function support units.
• Provide assistance to manager in supporting all stakeholders (internal and external).
• Assist manager in hosting client events and panels as part of building RB Manufacturing Sectors’ brand, insights, and relationships.

Education

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

Absa Group Limited ("Absa Group") is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups.

Absa Group offers an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management and insurance.

Absa Group owns majority stakes in banks in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania (Absa Bank Tanzania and National Bank of Commerce), Uganda and Zambia and has insurance operations in Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa and Zambia. Absa also has representative offices in China, Namibia, Nigeria and the United States, as well as securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States, along with technology support colleagues in the Czech Republic.

• Oversee general ledger management, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements for the South African companies.
• Manage tax, VAT, and statutory submissions in compliance with South African regulations.
• Support cost accounting and stock control functions in collaboration with production teams.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Provide financial insight to improve plant performance and cost efficiency.
• Work closely with the Financial Manager and EXCO to ensure accurate reporting and budgeting.

• BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification (completed articles advantageous).
• Willing to work overtime.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (e.g. Syspro, SAP, or similar).
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.