Manufacturing Operations Planning Lead

Recruiter:

Paton Personnel

Job Ref:

Lerato and Naomi

Date posted:

Friday, May 22, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market-Related

SUMMARY:
Manufacturing Operations Planning Lead, Johannesburg

POSITION INFO:
A skilled planner with a Diploma or BTech and a project management qualification, plus 5+ years' management experience in manufacturing and fabrication, is sought for a leading mining equipment environment. Coordinate and develop production planning strategies, optimize schedules, manage MRP\/ERP systems, and oversee job costing. Strong project management, technical, and communication skills are required to drive efficiency and accurate reporting. Excel in a dynamic setting and champion continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

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