Production Manager - Machine Shop

SUMMARY:
Well-established company based in Cape Town is seeking a Production Manager to join their team!

POSITION INFO:
Experience Required / Requirements:

• 8–10 years in CNC/manual machining environments with close tolerance machining.
• 3–5 years in a management or supervisory role.
• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering, or trade-tested artisan (Fitter & Turner, Toolmaker) with management experience.
• Strong knowledge of CNC, milling, turning, and grinding processes; tooling, tolerances, and materials.
• CNC programming and troubleshooting skills (FANUC, Siemens, Mitsubishi).

• Production Planning & Control: Oversee daily machining operations, ensure optimal machine utilization, monitor workflow, and maintain work instructions and SOPs.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor supervisors, setters, and operators; oversee shift schedules; provide training, evaluations, and skills development.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure machining meets specifications and tolerances, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with Quality department.
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance, drive machine uptime and OEE, recommend equipment upgrades.
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE): Ensure OHSA compliance, conduct risk assessments, promote safety culture, and comply with environmental regulations.
• Cost & Efficiency Control: Monitor production costs, control consumables and raw materials, track WIP accuracy, and implement lean initiatives.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports, participate in management meetings, and communicate goals and feedback across teams.