Production Manager

Recruiter:

Top Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000063/IMF

Date posted:

Monday, August 4, 2025

Location:

Howick, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Manufacturing group are seeking a Production Manager in Howick with a minimum of 5 years senior production management experience.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and manage production schedules and workflows to meet business targets
Provide administrative, leadership and logistical support
Lead and manage a diverse team of production staff
Ensure that products meet rigorous quality control standards
Monitor and maintain inventory levels
Coordination with supply chain
Track and analyse costs
Identify variances
Reduce waste
Drive continuous improvement methodologies through process optimisation
Manage health and safety across operations
Build cross functionality to support growth and innovation
Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers
Management and report of KPI’s to leadership

REQUIREMENTS

Tertiary technical qualification
5+ years experience in a senior production/manufacturing role
Knowledge and working experience in lean manufacturing, quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies
Proactive and data driven approach to solving operational challenges
Strong leadership and management skills
Passion for improving performance
High attention to detail

RUMUNERATION
Market Related

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