Production Operations Manager

Hire Resolve
Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 51 min ago
Full-time Engineering
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Job Description

An established company in the garment manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced Production Operations Manager to oversee manufacturing operations, optimise production efficiency, manage costs and drive continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire production cycle, from raw materials to finished products, while ensuring quality, safety and operational efficiency.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:

▪️ Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and delivery deadlines.

▪️ Analyse production processes and implement improvements to optimise workflows and productivity.

▪️ Conduct method and time studies to improve efficiency and eliminate unnecessary activities.

▪️ Ensure product quality and compliance with required standards.

▪️ Manage departmental budgets, control costs and minimise material waste.

▪️ Coordinate raw material availability, inventory control and supply chain activities.

▪️ Monitor preventive maintenance schedules to minimise machinery downtime.

▪️ Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.

▪️ Recruit, train, supervise and manage production staff while monitoring performance KPIs.

▪️ Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Procurement and Supply Chain teams to achieve business objectives.

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

▪️ Degree in Industrial Engineering (BEng or BEng Tech).

▪️ Minimum 5 years' experience in an equivalent role.

▪️ Strong understanding of garment manufacturing processes.

▪️ Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.

▪️ Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and 5S methodologies.

▪️ Strong management, leadership and communication skills.

▪️ Excellent problem-solving, organisational and time-management abilities.

▪️ Commercial acumen and the ability to work under pressure.


Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client offers a highly competitive salary based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Courtney at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

Visit hireresolve.us or email your CV to: manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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You'll apply on Hire Resolve's own site before 26 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationLadysmith, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryEngineering
Posted27 October 2026
Closing Date26 November 2026
Hire Resolve
Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal

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