Chemical Production Manager

About the position

Chemical Production Manager
Own the end-to-end lifecycle in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment
Lansdowne, Cape Town | R50, 000 TCTC (includes provident fund, company laptop)

About Our Client
A well-established chemical manufacturer delivering industrial cleaning and hygiene solutions across various sectors. The business operates in a high-demand, cost-conscious market, with a focus on quality, innovation, and reliability. This role offers the opportunity to shape operational strategy and make a visible impact on production outcomes.

The Role: Chemical Production Manager
This role is responsible for managing the entire production lifecycle - from raw material intake to finished goods distribution. You will lead a team across multiple lines, ensuring that production targets are met efficiently, safely, and within budget. The role exists to uphold quality, drive process improvements, and maintain optimum inventory levels to meet customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring 5+ years of production management experience in chemical or FMCG manufacturing
• Manage daily operations across blending, filling, and packaging lines
• Oversee inventory and raw material planning to maintain safety stock levels
• Enforce strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Optimise labour and production costs while meeting output targets
• Monitor product quality and implement corrective actions where needed
• Lead, train, and motivate the production team to meet performance KPIs
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and sales to align supply and demand

About You

• Minimum 5 years experience in a production management role, preferably in chemical, FMCG, or related sectors
• Strong understanding of batch manufacturing, safety protocols, and cost control
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Analytical mindset with a continuous improvement approach
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting high-volume targets
• Tech-savvy with experience using production software or ERP systems
• Relevant qualification in Chemical Engineering, Production Management, or related field (advantageous)

Desired Skills:

• FMCG manufacturing
• safety protocols
• Chemical Engineering
• Production Management

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree