607 Production Manager jobs in South Africa

Overview

Job Title: Production Manager
Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Manager to join our client's team in Cape Town. The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process, ensuring that production targets are met, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet customer demand
• Monitor production processes and identify areas for improvement
• Manage a team of production staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation
• Ensure that all production activities comply with health and safety regulations
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with purchasing department to ensure stock levels are maintained
• Work closely with other departments, such as sales and marketing, to coordinate production schedules and meet customer requirements
• Implement cost-saving measures to increase efficiency and profitability
• Prepare production reports and present findings to senior management

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or BTech (Food Technology, Operations Management, Project Management.)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production management, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proven track record of meeting production targets and improving efficiency
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a results-driven attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Salary: R450k/yr - R600k/r negotiable
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Rebecca Grylls, Ashley Feldtmann, or Brittney Basson at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:
• Alternatively, apply via our portal and email

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the production process from planning to installation
• Supervise workshop and on-site staff
• Maintain quality control, timelines, and budgets
• Manage stock, materials, and suppliers
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance

• Strong management / leadership experience
• Hands-on practical skills (welding, fabrication, spray painting, application)
• Code 08 drivers licence
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Knowledge of signage / branding production techniques
• Experience in the Signage & Branding, Warehousing & Logistics industry will be highly beneficial

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

• 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

• To ensure that the process in the mill are managed from raw material intake, conditioning, determination, basic maintenance and milling quality product as per agreed specification into final product bins.
• Achieving all the technical value drivers as set out by the company (Milling tons, Milling gain, extractions, rejects, hygiene, downtime management, key tasks assessments).
• Determine training and developmental needs for department from appropriate performance management.
• Daily Milling meetings & planning (hand over shifts, objective for day and week, downtime and non-conformance root cause and action plan discussion to correct and prevent via management systems in place.
• Verification of raw material transfer grading and accurate recording of results.
• Ensure that both maize mills run at the installed capacity to increase productivity and profitability
• Milled tons are reconciled to bin levels and packed product including addressing stock issued.
• Optimise Drying system, mix back product and grinding machines efficiently.
• Monthly leak declarations, weekly and daily control to prevent any negative environmental impact.
• Ensure pests are controlled and that zero tolerance is achieved.
• Ensure consistent product quality.
• Daily participation in Product Review.
• To ensure all Product milled complies with customer specifications.
• Ensure availability of raw materials (vitamins, maize from product bins)
• Correct allocation of bin stocks to ensure support to packing department.
• Record and report production summary
• Optimize usage of mill plant capacity.
• Ensure all scales are calibrated according to service frequencies
• Track and Control Maintenance needs and schedules
• Managing mill staff through performance, training and discipline
• Clear, open and honest communication.
• Managing shifts, leave, working hours and overtime of mill staff.

Overview

The purpose of the role is to ensure that the process in the mill is managed from raw material intake, conditioning, degermination, basic maintenance and milling quality product as per agreed specification into final product bins. Achieving all the technical value drivers as set out by the company.

• 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

• 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

• To ensure that the process in the mill are managed from raw material intake, conditioning, determination, basic maintenance and milling quality product as per agreed specification into final product bins.
• Achieving all the technical value drivers as set out by the company (Milling tons, Milling gain, extractions, rejects, hygiene, downtime management, key tasks assessments).
• Determine training and developmental needs for department from appropriate performance management.
• Daily Milling meetings & planning (hand over shifts, objective for day and week, downtime and non-conformance root cause and action plan discussion to correct and prevent via management systems in place.
• Verification of raw material transfer grading and accurate recording of results.
• Ensure that both maize mills run at the installed capacity to increase productivity and profitability
• Milled tons are reconciled to bin levels and packed product including addressing stock issued.
• Optimise Drying system, mix back product and grinding machines efficiently.
• Monthly leak declarations, weekly and daily control to prevent any negative environmental impact.
• Ensure pests are controlled and that zero tolerance is achieved.
• Ensure consistent product quality.
• Daily participation in Product Review.
• To ensure all Product milled complies with customer specifications.
• Ensure availability of raw materials (vitamins, maize from product bins)
• Correct allocation of bin stocks to ensure support to packing department.
• Record and report production summary
• Optimize usage of mill plant capacity.
• Ensure all scales are calibrated according to service frequencies
• Track and Control Maintenance needs and schedules
• Managing mill staff through performance, training and discipline
• Clear, open and honest communication.
• Managing shifts, leave, working hours and overtime of mill staff.

Overview

We are seeking a highly capable Production Manager.

The Production Manager will oversee all aspects of the production process at our Tissue Converting factory, ensuring that production runs efficiently, meets quality standards, and adheres to safety and regulatory guidelines. This role involves managing the day-to-day operations of the production team, optimizing manufacturing processes, and collaborating with other departments to meet production goals and improve overall factory performance.

• Production Management: Oversee the entire production process, ensuring the manufacturing of toilet paper products is done efficiently, on time, and to the required quality standards.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and manage production staff, including shift leaders and machine operators, ensuring proper training, development, and performance management.
• Scheduling & Planning: Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products while maximizing productivity.
• Quality Control: Monitor product quality throughout the production process, ensuring compliance with all quality standards and specifications.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols, identifying hazards, and conducting regular safety training and inspections.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, improve production efficiency, and lower operating costs.
• Inventory Management: Work closely with the inventory and procurement teams to ensure raw materials are available, track stock levels, and manage production material needs.
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Address production issues, resolve technical problems on the floor, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate production records and reports, including machine downtime, production output, and quality control data. Provide regular updates to senior management on production performance.
• Budget Management: Assist in managing the production budget, ensuring cost control, and contributing to strategies for reducing operational costs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments (e.g., maintenance, quality assurance) to ensure seamless operations across the factory.

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or in a similar leadership role in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the paper or tissue industry.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in production planning and inventory management software.
• A degree or diploma in Industrial, Manufacturing, or a related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel.

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the factory floor for extended periods.
• Be prepared to work out of normal when necessary
• Comfortable working in a factory setting with machinery and potential noise.

Job Description

Overview

• Ensure that the department is aligned to the strategic vision of the Company.
• Progress monitoring and recording to achieve daily / weekly / monthly targets.
• Weekly / monthly assessment of achievement of production targets.
• To ensure the quality condition of the product fall in line with the said KPI's.
• To maintain and enhance a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure that interventions such as Problem-solving activity are maintained effectively to add value to the department.
• Maintain plant costs as per set KPI's.
• Managing discipline
• To ensure that training initiatives are in place to improve skills of workforce.
• To ensure that there is an effective change-point management system in place to combat the effects of absenteeism and new processes.
• Ensure that the department complies with HSE / legal compliance requirements in terms of potential hazards / injuries as well as taking the necessary corrective action for injuries and proactive measure to reduce the risk.
• Responsible for developing a high-performance DOS culture throughout the organization. Leadership required to set an example by promoting and engaging in the following :

• Managing by Facts
• Jishukens, Workshops and other improvement activities.
• Coaching and developing others.
• Leading the diamond Meetings.
• Frequent review of the KPI boards in the work area.
• Encouraging all team members to participate in continuous improvement activities.

• Diploma and / or Degree in Engineering / Mechanical
• 3-5 years related professional experience.
• English (fluency in reading, writing, and speaking)
• High level of leadership and decision making)
• Able to motivate, influence and train people.
• Ability to interact with Management at all levels.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal & written communication
• A good communicator with a proven track record of delivering tangible results through effective management and delegation.
• PC literate excellent Microsoft Skills.

Responsibilities

The Production Manager’s primary function is to manage employees and various operations within the Production Division. The duties will include but not be limited to:

• Manage timesheet and attendance records.
• Motivates team.
• Ensures resources are used effectively so that maximum productivity is achieved.
• Ensure that all machinery and equipment are checked to be safe and in good working order.
• Report all faults to the necessary departments.
• Planning of daily commodities.
• Ensure that correct standard operating procedures are adhered to.
• Identifying the need for preventative maintenance of the machines within the department.
• Plans processing of material for particular requirements.
• Attends meetings (Safety & Production).
• Facilitates Health & Safety Toolbox Talks.
• PPE – Ensure that all PPE regulations are adhered to before work begins.
• Adheres to Health & Safety Regulations in terms of the Safety file for the department.
• Ensures that all Employees’ Written Task Procedures are up to date and that they have been explained by the Manager and that Employee understands the contents thereof.
• Ensures that operators have the necessary Licenses & permits where necessary.
• Ensure that general housekeeping is attended to.

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• 2 – 5 years supervisory experience
• Knowledge of maintenance planning
• Knowledge of production planning
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
• Willingness to work overtime and night shift as and when required
• Previous experience in a physically demanding working environment would be advantageous

• Committed, hardworking and self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Sound communication skills (understand, read and write English)
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required
• Time management and organizational skills
• Display a professional work approach
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Excellent standards in execution

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful. Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.