Production Manager – Howick
Location : Howick, KwaZulu Natal
Job Description
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 KPIs to leadership
REQUIREMENTS
Tertiary technical qualification5+ years experience in a senior production / manufacturing roleKnowledge and working experience in lean manufacturing, quality systems and continuous improvement methodologiesProactive and data driven approach to solving operational challengesStrong leadership and management skillsPassion for improving performanceHigh attention to detailMust be able to speak isiZuluREMUNERATION
Market Related
Closing Date : 24 October 2025
Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applicants who have not heard within 30 days of the closing date may assume their applications have been unsuccessful and are thanked for their interest.
The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRI's Employment Equity Policy.
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