Production Manager

A leading marine manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Production Manager with strong experience in manufacturing operations production management quality control team leadership and continuous process improvement to join their team in Mossel Bay. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation specialising in the design and manufacture of high-quality marine products where you will play a key role in driving operational efficiency maintaining production standards and supporting business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all daily production activities to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.
• Lead coach and develop production teams to achieve performance and productivity targets.
• Ensure production schedules are achieved while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor manufacturing processes and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage production resources staffing and workflow to maximise efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with health safety and quality standards.
• Identify production challenges and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime.
• Coordinate with engineering quality procurement and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor production performance and prepare operational reports.
• Drive a culture of accountability teamwork and operational excellence.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Production Manager within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience managing production planning scheduling and manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience within the marine boat-building fibreglass or related manufacturing industries will be advantageous.
• Candidates with strong manufacturing leadership experience from other industries will also be considered.
• Ability to understand Afrikaans.
• Willingness to relocate to Mossel Bay if not currently based in the area.

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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