Production Manager

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

E.L003215/BG

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable Monthly

SUMMARY:
Opportunity Available!! Our leading client in the Automotive Sector is looking to employ a Production Manager to join their dynamic team in Durban.

POSITION INFO:
Job Responsibilities:

Elimination of waste:

Implement and manage ME process as per allocated plan.
Visualisation and management of accurate ME boards timeously.
Utilise all allocated resources within your control effectively at all times.

Continuous Improvement:

Improve production within areas of control.

5S and Safety/Environmental:

Promote 5S condition in affected working areas as well as common work areas as allocated.
Manage and improve 5S in the plant according to the 5S Audit Sheet.

Quality:

Ensure parts produced meet quality specifications and the outflow of defective components is managed and reduced.

Delivery:

Compile the daily production schedule to achieve daily targets.
Communicate schedule to the team / ensure that they understand their production requirements.
Expedite incoming stock to support the production plan.
Manage and reduce items below minimum stock to meet targets of stock holding requirements.

Attendance

Monitor, report and action any timekeeping/ absenteeism concerns.
Verify and submit timesheets. Verify and submit exception reports. Complete and submit RTWIs.

People development:

Ensure HR Policies & Procedures are adhere too & enforced throughout the Team.
Conduct and evaluate OJT Training.
Ensure all disciplinary & grievances are dealt with in accordance with the company policy & procedures.
Performance Management is conducted with all team members.

General:

Report on production performance. Tend to concerns in area of responsibility and escalate according to the escalation process.
Update and maintain the PC boards. Conduct shift start up meeting in accordance with the Production Control Boards.

Job Requirements:

National Senior Certificate (Critical)
Diploma: Production Management, Mechanical / Industrial Engineering or similar
3-5 years experience
Use of Measuring Equipment
Experience in the Manufacturing Environment
Quality Experience
Advanced Computer Experience

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