A leading plastics manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Factory Manager with strong experience in injection moulding production to join their team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing production operations within a plastic manufacturing environment and be confident in leading teams, optimizing production efficiency, and maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily production operations, including planning, scheduling, and quality control

• Manage workflow, equipment utilization, and production efficiency

• Lead and supervise production teams to meet output and quality targets

• Ensure all injection moulding processes and parameters are correctly implemented

• Conduct hands-on troubleshooting, tool changes, and process improvements

• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules for moulds and machinery

• Track raw material usage and manage inventory control

• Provide training and mentorship to operators and team leaders

• Report on production performance to senior management

Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential)

• Proven management experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (Factory / Production / Plant Manager level)

• Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes and machinery

• Experience in production planning, maintenance scheduling, and process optimization

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Relevant technical qualification or diploma in Operations Management / Plastics Technology will be advantageous

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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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.