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Production Manager

Production Manager

Top RecruitmentSouth Africa
2 days ago
Job description

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 qualification
  • 5+ years experience in a senior production / manufacturing role
  • Knowledge and working experience in lean manufacturing, quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Proactive and data driven approach to solving operational challenges
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Passion for improving performance
  • High attention to detail
  • Must be able to speak isiZulu
  • REMUNERATION

    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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