SUMMARY:
Factory Manager
Durban KwaZulu-Natal
R 25 000 - R 30 000 CTC
Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced and hands-on Factory Manager to oversee Plant operations.
POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements: Grade 12 \/ Matric essential A diploma or certificate in Production, Operations, Manufacturing Management, Engineering or a related field will be advantageous 5 Years' experience in manufacturing or production 2 Years' experience in a supervisory or management role Experience managing multiple production departments Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and production or ERP systems Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or ISO 9001 training will be advantageous Valid drivers license Key Responsibilities: Manage daily and weekly production plans to ensure targets and delivery deadlines are achieved Coordinate workflow between the Wood, Powder Coating and Assembly departments Manage and hold supervisors accountable for production, quality, labour and safety performance Monitor productivity, labour utilisation, absenteeism and overtime Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions Monitor quality issues, rework and non-conformances Ensure compliance with health, safety, PPE and housekeeping requirements Oversee equipment availability, maintenance requirements, materials and tooling Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste and increase productivity Report on operational performance and escalate significant risks to management Consultant: Gillian Ngwenyama - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga Apply via our website \/\/ MP009082 If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful
You'll apply on Dante Personnel's own site before 13 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.
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