Production Manager, Cape Town

Recruiter:

Sheldon Recruitment and Selection

Job Ref:

EL003214/Sam

Date posted:

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Chemical Manufacturing Company in Cape Town has an opportunity available for a Production Manager who will report to the Operations Director.

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

Relevant B. Degree or Diploma in Production Management within a chemical environment
Further tertiary qualifications in Business Management and Project Management
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a Production environment of which at least five (5) years must have been at Management level
Proven track record in staff management and control
Experienced in project management and plant upgrades
Knowledge of LRA and BCEA
Exceptional Knowledge of disciplinary procedures and processes.
Knowledge of ISO standards
Experienced in MRP systems, MS Projects and MS Office

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

Responsible for the management, co-ordination, planning and procurement of all materials and execution of the production plan
Ensuring that productivity increases and production targets are timeously met
Maintaining the minimum stock levels and safety stock at all depots and the effective management of resources
Producing quality products, while continuously evaluating, monitoring and streamlining of processes and meeting budgets in a cost-effective manner

Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience (CTC includes Provident Fund & Company Laptop)

Please email detailed CV, supporting documentation and salary requirements through to with “Production Manager” in the subject line

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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