Production Manager

Production Manager

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning & Control
  • Develop, manage, and oversee production schedules to meet output and delivery targets.
  • Ensure production processes remain cost-effective while maintaining high quality.
  • Monitor production performance and adjust schedules as needed.
  • Draft project plans, timelines, and financial projections for production operations.
  • Submit weekly production reports covering breakdowns, staff attendance, overtime, and cost impacts.
  • Conduct quarterly staff evaluations and performance reviews.
• Resource & Equipment Management
  • Determine required human and material resources for production activities.
  • Manage raw material stock levels, order placements, and supplier follow-ups.
  • Ensure availability of finished products for dispatch in line with delivery schedules.
  • Oversee selection, maintenance, and performance of machinery and equipment.
  • Collaborate with maintenance teams to resolve breakdowns and identify weak points.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Monitor product quality standards and implement quality control programmes.
  • Liaise with the Process Engineer on quality assurance and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food safety guidelines (FSA).
  • Implement company policies and procedures within the production environment.
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Supervise, motivate, and discipline production staff as required.
  • Ensure teams are working at full capacity and efficiency.
  • Identify training needs and implement staff development initiatives.
  • Maintain strong communication between departments, suppliers, and management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with marketing, sales, and finance to align production with business objectives.
  • Support product design and procurement functions.
  • Contribute to company-wide policy implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Additional Duties
  • Respond to breakdowns and manage downtime effectively.
  • Attend to lawful and reasonable work-related instructions issued by authorized personnel.

Personal Requirements

• Strong understanding of company operations, legal compliance, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of business principles and operational management practices.
• Solid technical knowledge of equipment and production machinery.
• Physically fit, with good eyesight, coordination, and overall health.
• Excellent planning, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Computer literacy (MS Office and production management software).
• Proven leadership and people management abilities.
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Valid South African driver’s license and reliable transport (for after-hours emergencies).