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Assistant Production Manager

Assistant Production Manager

RPO Recruitment • Cape Town, ZA
30+ days ago
Job description

Job Description

  • A well-established concrete manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Assistant Production Manager with strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to support daily factory operations.
  • The successful candidate will work closely with the Production Manager to ensure production targets, quality standards, safety requirements, and operational efficiencies are consistently achieved in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in managing daily factory and production operations to maximise efficiency and productivity.
  • Support production planning and ensure production targets and deadlines are achieved.
  • Monitor workflow, staffing, machine utilisation, and production output.
  • Ensure production processes comply with company standards and operating procedures.
  • Identify operational bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
  • Supervise production staff, allocate resources, and support workforce planning.
  • Provide coaching, guidance, and performance support to production teams.
  • Maintain quality standards and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Assist with safety inspections, incident reporting, and maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Prepare production reports, monitor KPIs, and maintain production documentation.
  • Coordinate effectively with production, maintenance, quality, and logistics teams.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or factory production environment.
  • Experience supervising teams and managing production activities.
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Good understanding of production processes, quality control, and continuous improvement.
  • Knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices.
  • Computer literacy with experience preparing reports and monitoring KPIs.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
  • Valid driver's licence is advantageous.

Benefits

  • Salary: negotiable.

Closing Date 28 September 2026

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