General Manager

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Engineering Manufacturing
Reference: CPT006606/N

Apply before Jul 01 2026 | 30 Days left

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Employer: Persona Staff

General Manager (Manufacturing) – Cape TownManufacturing | Full-time | On-site Our client is an established manufacturing and distribution business supplying a wide range of products to major South African retailers. Operating within a complex, multi-stage production environment, the business requires strong executive-level leadership to drive operational performance, commercial outcomes, and long-term scalability. They are seeking a hands-on General Manager to take full responsibility for the factory, overseeing operations, people, performance, and profitability. This role is suited to a senior leader who can bring structure, drive efficiency, and operate at both a strategic and operational level.

Key Responsibilities

Take full accountability for factory operations, performance, and output
Translate demand into structured production plans and ensure consistent execution
Manage production flow, batch control, and WIP across departments
Drive throughput, reduce bottlenecks, and improve operational efficiency
Sit on EXCO and contribute to strategic business decisions
Engage directly with customers regarding manufacturing contracts and delivery expectations
Oversee costing, BOMs, and product pricing
Set and manage production targets, monitoring team performance against KPIs
Implement KPI structures for supervisors and production teams
Lead and manage all factory staff, including wage reviews and increases
Develop and manage sales budgets and capital expenditure planning
Deliver monthly reporting to Head Office with direct reporting to the CEO
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve productivity, and optimise headcount
Implement Lean principles and build a high-performance culture
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and standards
Oversee equipment reliability and maintenance planning

Requirements

Relevant degree (essential)
Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership or General Management role
Strong background in multi-stage manufacturing (fabrication, processing, finishing environments)
Demonstrated experience managing full factory operations, including commercial and financial aspects
Strong understanding of costing, BOMs, and pricing within a manufacturing environment
Experience operating at EXCO or senior leadership level
Proven ability to drive operational improvements and reduce inefficiencies
Strong leadership capability with experience managing large teams
Hands-on, structured, and highly process-driven approach

natasha@personastaff.co.za

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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.
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Services offered:
To our clients:-
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More background checks on request.
Psychometric testing (additional services)
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