Manufacturing Manager

Recruiter

Sans Recruitment

Job Ref

s01

Date posted

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Location

Durban, South Africa

Salary

CTC Negotiable

SUMMARY

KPA''s - planning, directing & coordinating manufacturing operations at the plant, while driving productivity, operational efficiency, continuous improvement & profitability through effective operational strategies / performance initiatives.

POSITION INFO

Minimum Requirements Degree: Engineering (Mechanical / Production/ Industrial ) 15 Years General working experience required 5+ years Management experience Heavy Engineering / Steel manufacturing & processing Manufacturing Management Production plans / Optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, materials & production capacity / Operational Excellence / OHS Compliance / Continuous improvement / Proper production methods / Equipment reliability / Technical guidance 2) Strategic Planning & Business Support 3) SAP & Systems Compliance 4) Governance, Compliance & Administration 5) People Management 6) Budgets 7) Procurement 8) Computer literacy: MS Office / SAP Key Competencies / Skills: i. Strategic thinking & business acumen. ii. Strong leadership and people management skills iii. Strategic planning and operational management capability iv. Sound knowledge of manufacturing and production processes v. Financial and budget management skills vi. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability vii. Knowledge of Operational Excellence and continuous improvement practices viii. Understanding of quality management systems and OHS/EHS standards ix. Ability to drive productivity, efficiency, and cost optimization x. Performance management, coaching, and talent development capability xi. Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills xii. High level of accountability, discipline, and results orientation Personality profile: Experience working with diverse multi-cultural teams Providing strong leadership, motivation, mentoring & talent development Implementation of systems, training and capability-building initiatives