Manufacturing Manager

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006691/H

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client, a merchandising solutions company specialising in the design and manufacture of retail display stands, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to oversee the full production and logistics cycle of their wooden and sheet metal display units. This role is ideal for a driven operational leader who thrives in a high-output environment where precision, stock accuracy, and team performance are critical.

POSITION INFO:
What You'll Do You will take full responsibility for managing and optimising the factory's daily production and dispatch operations: Oversee the end-to-end manufacturing of wooden and sheet metal retail display stands Ensure all units meet strict quality and build standards before dispatch Lead, train, and motivate the production and warehouse teams to achieve daily output targets Manage raw material and finished goods stock systems, ensuring accurate logging and replenishment Optimise the picking, assembly, and packing environment for speed and accuracy Identify production bottlenecks and implement lean process improvements Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations Drive operational efficiency while maintaining non-negotiable quality standards Report on production performance, stock levels, and operational improvements to senior management What You Bring 3-5 years' proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or assembly environment Strong understanding of assembly line workflows, ideally within woodwork, sheet metal, shopfitting, or display manufacturing Solid experience managing stock and inventory systems Ability to manage a fast-paced production and picking environment where precision is critical A hands-on, proactive problem solver who can address equipment, staffing, or process challenges in real time Strong organisational and team management skills Own transport and valid license Apply now by sending your CV to: Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours. Persona Staff (Pty) Ltd. is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.

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