Production, Inventory and Payroll Administrator

Recruiter:

Talented Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN003135/LP

Date posted:

Monday, April 20, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Join a growing manufacturing business in Ballito as a Production, Inventory & Payroll Administrator!

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused administrator to manage production reporting, inventory processes, payroll administration, and HR support—playing a key role in keeping operations accurate, efficient, and running smoothly every day.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
Production Administration:

Capture and maintain KPI production data.
Maintain and upload product codes (SKUs) within the inventory system.
Assist with capturing of daily outputs and reporting.
Prepare and distribute production reports as required by management.

Inventory & Assembly Administration:

Complete and authorise finished goods assemblies to ensure accurate stock availability.
Process stock receiving transactions when required.
Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records aligned with production output.
Support inventory accuracy across production and warehouse operations.

Wages, Payroll & HR Administration:

Maintain and update the employee master file.
Capture and process wages accurately within payroll deadlines.
Capture and track overtime and night shift allowances.
Maintain employee records and upload required documentation to the payroll system.
Capture and track team incentive targets achieved for payroll purposes.
Provide daily HR administrative support to employees.
Assist with payroll and HR processes and resolve related administrative matters.

Required Skills & Competencies:

Strong administrative and data-capturing skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple operational tasks simultaneously
Payroll systems (e.g., PaySpace)
Inventory and production systems (e.g., Dear Inventory)
Production tracking tools and dashboards
Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
Good communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under deadline pressure
Strong organisational and reporting skills
Confidential handling of employee information
Financial Knowledge
HR / Payroll knowledge

Should you not receive a response within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Vacancies are advertised on our website, should you wish to keep abreast with our active roles.

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