Description:
Location:Cape Town, Western Cape
Requirements: Qualifications:
Qualification in Operations Management, Production Management, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Essential Experience:Minimum 5 years experience in high volume manufacturing Minimum 2 years experience supervising production teams Proven experience managing production targets, labour planning, and workflow control Technical or trade qualification - Advantageous Experience in press, plating, or automated manufacturing environments - Advantageous Technical Knowledge & Skills:
Strong understanding of production planning, workflow control, and throughput optimisation Knowledge of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and efficiency improvement Experience working with ERP systems and production reporting systems Understanding of ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) compliance Sound knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S, and waste reduction Strong understanding of health and safety regulations
Key Responsibilities: Production Performance & Target Achievement
Execute daily production plans to meet hourly, daily, and weekly output targets Monitor line performance and implement immediate corrective action Identify bottlenecks and optimise labour and equipment utilisation Drive recovery plans when production targets are missed Ensure correct staffing levels and shift coverage Record and report accurate production data Quality Assurance & ISO ComplianceEnsure components are produced to specification first time Enforce compliance with the Quality Management System Stop defects at source and drive root cause analysis Manage scrap reduction and rework control Ensure proper identification, labelling, and traceability Maintenance & Equipment Reliability
Ensure operator care and basic machine maintenance is completed Report breakdowns immediately and coordinate with Maintenance Support TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and preventative maintenance activities Minimise downtime and improve equipment efficiency Staff Supervision & Discipline
Lead, direct, and supervise operators and team members Set daily performance standards and expectations Coach, train
21 Feb 2026;
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