31 Manufacturing jobs in Pretoria

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure ICT (Information and Communication Technology) strategy aligned with business objectives and IT trends.
• Ensure appropriate IT governance is in place, identify and manage IT risks.
• Ensure IT compliance with regulation and company policy.
• Ensure the use of company approved software and hardware, with active supplier support. (Syncpro scan)
• Ensure only licensed software is used with the company.
• Ensure daily backup of servers and conduct monthly tests.
• Run disaster recovery program with hosting service provider.
• Ensure data of local servers (Mill and Head Office) at each site must replicate to production servers at hosting site.
• Ensure all software and hardware updates / patches are applied as per agreed IT Policy.
• Ensure up to date antivirus software deployed.
• Ensure email is archived and mail protection is implemented (Manage Mimecast)
• Attend to Ossi call logging system.
• Manage and / or resolve incidents / requests / changes logged by users, prior to referring to service providers.
• Provide after hour support
• Run maintenance programmes as per agreed timelines or in response to incidents.
• Provide ad-hoc systems training / guidance.
• Maintain bar code register
• Maintain distribution radiuses
• Maintain users on GP, AD and other system
• Calculate rep incentive and obtain approval signoff
• Import vendor pricing
• Calculate selling prices or budget imports
• Run and develop BI 360 reports
• Verify and approve Agent incentives
• Compile Board report
• Changes to rebates to be imported when required
• Identify user needs regarding training through analysis of logged calls, user requests
• Co-ordinate training with service providers
• Provide training to staff
• Source standard systems training material where applicable.
• Coordinate the purchasing of computer and telephone equipment, software and services for approval
• Ensure IT procurement is as per approved budget
• Coordinate various IT services and negotiate with suppliers.
• Manage and reconcile service provider billing.
• Monitor and track the performance of service providers in accordance with their SLA
• Ensure 99% availability of network.
• Developing, maintaining and executing IT strategies aligned with business objectives.
• IT policy and procedure review.
• Provide sites with cost estimates to be used in their budgets
• Compile group IT budget and communicate monthly chargeback to sites.
• Ensure all ICT licence and enhancement fees are up to date
• Ensure IT cost recovery is aligned with actual IT spend.
• Ensure annual fee negotiations are as per company instructions
• Ensure all solutions integrate both technically and at a business level.
• Ensure configuration of new computers, e-mail accounts ,user profile on Great Plains and network
• Managing and optimizing our network infrastructure and systems (performance and availability).
• Ensuring data security and implementing best practices.
• Evaluating and recommending new technologies to improve efficiency

• Bachelor of Commerce in Information Technology, BTech (Information Technology), or related

• Minimum 6 years' experience in networks and software deployment.
• Strong Accounting / Finance / Budgeting experience.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server & Syspro.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience in IT Management and user assistance.

Plant Manager – Automotive Manufacturing

Summary

We are recruiting a Plant Manager in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry to lead and manage all aspects of the plant's operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Drive continuous improvement, cost control, and workforce productivity while aligning operations with company strategy.

Position Info

Location: Pretoria, South Africa

Salary: Annual Salary

Date posted: Thursday, September 4, 2025

Recruiter: Hlabahlosile

Job Reference: Ulene

Overview / Summary

We are recruiting a Plant Manager in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry to lead and manage all aspects of the plant's operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Drive continuous improvement, cost control, and workforce productivity while aligning operations with company strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee plant functions: production, maintenance, quality, logistics, engineering, and safety.
• Develop production plans to meet demand, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards (IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Monitor KPIs (OEE, output, scrap, downtime, cost per unit, safety metrics).
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, and training in collaboration with HR.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships with customers, suppliers, and unions.
• Manage plant budgets, optimize resources, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Champion safety and environmental sustainability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 10+ years in automotive manufacturing, including 5+ years in senior management.
• Strong knowledge of automotive processes (stamping, welding, assembly, machining).
• Proven leadership of large teams in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).
• Valid driver’s license.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making.
• Financial and budget management expertise.
• Advanced problem-solving and process optimization skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and global best practices.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production and delivery performance.
• OEE and cost per unit.
• Quality metrics (PPM, warranty, rework).
• Safety compliance and incidents.
• Employee engagement and retention.
• Customer satisfaction.

Seniorities

• Director

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Automotive Manufacturing

Job category: Manufacturing, Building and Manual Work

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Neopak is a world-class South African business with the core competence and exclusive focus on the manufacturing of high quality recycled containerboard and related paper products. Our business is made up of two divisions that work hand-in-hand to deliver quality paper products to our customers.

The main purpose of the role is to ensure efficient operation of the paper machine. The main duties include:

1. Assist operators and controllers in the plant as and when required.
2. Learning the rewinder, pope, paper machine and RCF plant.
3. Feed paper to start a new reel on the re-winder.
4. Running rewinder.
5. Making a join after paper break at the rewinder.
6. Assist monitoring the rewinder equipment condition and inform maintenance when not in good condition.
7. Assist at the paper machine during tail feeding.
8. Assist during breakdowns and shut.
9. Assist with troubleshooting during periods of poor run-ability at the rewinder.
10. Assist in any assigned maintenance tasks.
11. Adherence to safety, environmental and quality standards.
12. Ensure adherence to housekeeping standards.
13. Assist anywhere on the plant as requested by senior management.

1. Matric with a pass in Mathematics and Physical Science.
2. Technical diploma or B-Tech in Pulp and Paper.
3. Preferably, one year experience in a Manufacturing environment.
4. Good understanding of Safe Material Handling Requirements.

Plant Manager Automotive Manufacturing

Pretoria

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee plant functions: production, maintenance, quality, logistics, engineering, and safety.

• Develop production plans to meet demand, delivery, and cost objectives.

• Ensure compliance with automotive standards (IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).

• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

• Monitor KPIs (OEE, output, scrap, downtime, cost per unit, safety metrics).

• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, and training in collaboration with HR.

• Foster strong stakeholder relationships with customers, suppliers, and unions.

• Manage plant budgets, optimize resources, and implement cost-saving initiatives.

• Champion safety and environmental sustainability.

Requirements:

• Bachelors in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering .

• 10+ years in automotive manufacturing, incl. 5+ years in senior management.

• Strong knowledge of automotive processes (stamping, welding, assembly, machining) .

• Proven leadership of large teams in high-volume, fast-paced environments.

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) .

• Valid drivers license.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making.

• Financial and budget management expertise.

• Advanced problem-solving and process optimization skills.

• Knowledge of safety regulations and global best practices.

Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Production and delivery performance.

• OEE and cost per unit.

• Quality metrics (PPM, warranty, rework).

• Safety compliance and incidents.

• Employee engagement and retention.

• Customer satisfaction.

• Ensure ICT (Information and Communication Technology) strategy aligned with business objectives and IT trends.
• Ensure appropriate IT governance is in place, identify and manage IT risks.
• Ensure IT compliance with regulation and company policy.
• Ensure the use of company approved software and hardware, with active supplier support. (Syncpro scan)
• Ensure only licensed software is used with the company.
• Ensure daily backup of servers and conduct monthly tests.
• Run disaster recovery program with hosting service provider.
• Ensure data of local servers (Mill and Head Office) at each site must replicate to production servers at hosting site.
• Ensure all software and hardware updates / patches are applied as per agreed IT Policy.
• Ensure up to date antivirus software deployed.
• Ensure email is archived and mail protection is implemented (Manage Mimecast)
• Attend to Ossi call logging system.
• Manage and/or resolve incidents/requests/changes logged by users, prior to referring to service providers.
• Provide after hour support
• Run maintenance programmes as per agreed timelines or in response to incidents.
• Provide ad-hoc systems training / guidance.
• Maintain bar code register
• Maintain distribution radiuses
• Maintain users on GP, AD and other system
• Calculate rep incentive and obtain approval signoff
• Import vendor pricing
• Calculate selling prices or budget imports
• Run and develop BI 360 reports
• Verify and approve Agent incentives
• Compile Board report
• Changes to rebates to be imported when required
• Identify user needs regarding training through analysis of logged calls, user requests
• Co-ordinate training with service providers
• Provide training to staff
• Source standard systems training material where applicable.
• Coordinate the purchasing of computer and telephone equipment, software and services for approval
• Ensure IT procurement is as per approved budget
• Coordinate various IT services and negotiate with suppliers.
• Manage and reconcile service provider billing.
• Monitor and track the performance of service providers in accordance with their SLA
• Ensure 99% availability of network.
• Developing, maintaining and executing IT strategies aligned with business objectives.
• IT policy and procedure review.
• Provide sites with cost estimates to be used in their budgets
• Compile group IT budget and communicate monthly chargeback to sites.
• Ensure all ICT licence and enhancement fees are up to date
• Ensure IT cost recovery is aligned with actual IT spend.
• Ensure annual fee negotiations are as per company instructions
• Ensure all solutions integrate both technically and at a business level.
• Ensure configuration of new computers, e-mail accounts ,user profile on Great Plains and network
• Managing and optimizing our network infrastructure and systems (performance and availability).
• Ensuring data security and implementing best practices.
• Evaluating and recommending new technologies to improve efficiency

• Bachelor of Commerce in Information Technology, BTech (Information Technology), or related

• Minimum 6 years' experience in networks and software deployment.
• Strong Accounting/Finance/Budgeting experience.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server & Syspro.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience in IT Management and user assistance.