Requirements: Education: Secondary Education: Grade 12. Tertiary Education: NQF 6 in Production Management / Operations Management. Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in a Production Manager role in the manufacturing industry. Competencies: Knowledge: Understanding of Plastic Manufacturing. Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Responsibilities: 1. Production Coordination Implement production schedules to meet customer demands. Coordinate activities with other departments. Allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to maximise efficiency. Monitor processes and workflow, adjusting schedules as necessary. Identify areas for improvement and cost reduction. Conduct root cause analysis of production issues and implement corrective actions. Implement inventory control measures to minimise waste. Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols. Maintain accurate production records and documentation. 2. Personnel Management Manage subordinates in line with company policies, procedures, and industry agreements. Lead, motivate, train, and control team members. Ensure quality problems are reported immediately. Monitor and direct workflow. Conduct performance reviews and counsel employees as needed. Motivate the team towards continuous improvement. Promote workplace safety. Pass on practical skills ("Show and do"). Ensure team performance meets quality standards. Communicate values and goals. Proactively address misconduct. Conduct discipline and counselling within policy limits. 3. Health and Safety Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and practices. Report safety hazards or issues. Report any accidents, incidents, and near misses. 4. Food (Product) Safety Apply site-specific food safety principles and standards. Report food safety hazards or issues. Maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) related to the FSMS (Food Safety Management System). 5. Quality Apply company quality principles and standards. Maintain GMPs. 6. Reporting and Administration Complete all reports and administrative tasks related to the position. 7. General Ensure the team knows what to do and where to find information in your absence. Apply company principles and standards. Be a role model in behaviour and work ethic. 8. Self-development and Growth Assess strengths and development areas and take actions to address weaknesses. Additional Duties Carry out any other tasks as management requires based on operational needs. Salary: R500 000 CTC