Factory Manager

East Rand
Salary: R54 167.00 - R66 667.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Logistics
Reference: JHB000073/Trin

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Employer: Empire Recruitment

Lead the Floor. Drive the Output. Own the Operation.A well-established manufacturing business is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Factory Manager to take full ownership of production operations and lead a high-performing team.This is not a desk-bound management role. This is about being operationally present, commercially aware, and strategically focused on efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement. If you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments and know how to align production with business performance — this role is for you.The RoleYou will oversee the full manufacturing function, ensuring production runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently while maintaining the highest quality standards. You’ll collaborate closely with Procurement, Finance, Logistics, and Sales to ensure production output aligns with demand and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee production planning, scheduling, and quality control
- Monitor processes and implement efficiency improvements to reduce waste and costs
- Develop and enforce operational policies and procedures
- Lead, train, and performance-manage production teams
- Ensure full compliance with safety regulations and ISO standards
- Manage inventory levels, raw materials, and finished goods
- Align production output with customer demand and sales forecasts
- Drive operational excellence in a deadline-driven environment

Requirements

- Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing management
- Tertiary qualification (advantageous)
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001
- Experience with inventory management and supply chain logistics
- Strong leadership and team management ability
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Computer literate (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment

Additional Information

- Operational factory hours (including weekends when required)
- Office-based within a manufacturing facility

If you’re ready to take full accountability for production performance and lead from the front, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply directly via our ATS system or contact Empire Recruitment SA for more information.

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