Factory Manager

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Manufacturing
Reference: CPT006394/N

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Employer: Persona Staff

Factory Manager (Production & Logistics – Retail Display Manufacturing)Full-time | On-site leadership role | Fast-paced production environment Our client, a merchandising solutions company specialising in the design and manufacture of retail display stands, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Factory Manager to oversee the full production and logistics cycle of their wooden and sheet metal display units. This role is ideal for a driven operational leader who thrives in a high-output environment where precision, stock accuracy, and team performance are critical.

What You’ll Do

Oversee the end-to-end manufacturing of wooden and sheet metal retail display stands
Ensure all units meet strict quality and build standards before dispatch
Lead, train, and motivate the production and warehouse teams to achieve daily output targets
Manage raw material and finished goods stock systems, ensuring accurate logging and replenishment
Optimise the picking, assembly, and packing environment for speed and accuracy
Identify production bottlenecks and implement lean process improvements
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations
Drive operational efficiency while maintaining non-negotiable quality standards
Report on production performance, stock levels, and operational improvements to senior management

What You Bring

3–5 years’ proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or assembly environment
Strong understanding of assembly line workflows, ideally within woodwork, sheet metal, shopfitting, or display manufacturing
Solid experience managing stock and inventory systems
Ability to manage a fast-paced production and picking environment where precision is critical
A hands-on, proactive problem solver who can address equipment, staffing, or process challenges in real time
Strong organisational and team management skills
Own transport and valid license

natasha@personastaff.co.za

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Vision
PERSONA’s vision is to allow our Clients to focus on their core activities, and let PERSONA manage the responsibility of staff recruitment; ensuring the perfect fit between candidate and client for the most efficient and effective workforce.
PERSONA is committed to delivering the best service to our clients and candidates.

We recruit in the following industries:
Financial Services, Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, Banking, Telecommunications, Information technology, Electronics, Logistics, Mechanical, Sales & Marketing, Office Support, Warehousing, Distribution and Supervision Staff

Services offered:
To our clients:-
Recruitment of permanent staff at all levels
In depth staff selection
Salary surveys
Advertising of available positions
Comprehensive interviewing
Screening of potential candidates according to client’s specifications
Reference checks (on possible candidate)
ITC checks (on possible candidate)
Criminal checks (on possible candidate)
More background checks on request.
Psychometric testing (additional services)
Preparing of Job descriptions
PERSONA commits to adhere to industry standards and policies.

To possible candidate and job seekers:-
Professional resume
Regular correspondence
Interviewing tips
Summary of client information
Assistance to find the perfect job