Production Manager - Packaging at Ntice Search
Ntice Sourcing Solutions
- R Undisclosed
- Permanent Senior position
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Gqeberha
- Posted 14 May 2025 by Ntice Sourcing Solutions
- Expires in 28 days
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Job 2610687 - Ref 44493
About the position
A leading manufacturing operation in the packaging industry is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to join their team in PE/Gqeberha. This pivotal role reports directly to the Regional Manager and offers an exciting opportunity to lead production and maintenance functions within a fast-paced, continuous manufacturing environment.
Minimum Requirements:
- BSc/BEng Degree (Mechanical or Mechatronics)
- 5 years'+ experience in a manufacturing production environment (preferably FMCG, packaging industry)
- 5years+' experience In Production Management within a continuous production setup, managing a team
- Proficient in MS Office and production-related software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- High levels of integrity, urgency, and accountability
- Commercial acumen and a solid understanding of financial controls
- Proven ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement
- Experience in the packaging industry will be highly beneficial
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all machine and plant maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Lead, motivate, and manage the production team to deliver high performance and continuous improvement.
- Support fault diagnosis and root cause analysis; ensure timely resolution and accurate job card completion.
- Monitor and improve machine efficiencies, especially where performance falls below 85%.
- Drive measurable technical and process improvements to enhance production effectiveness.
- Manage the mould and equipment budget, including consumables and spare part cost control.
- Work collaboratively with the Quality team to ensure ISO standards and quality benchmarks are met.
- Enforce adherence to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment.
- Ensure factory compliance with internal production standards.
- Maintain top-tier housekeeping standards (5s) and enforce dress code compliance.
- Facilitate the training and development of production staff.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Desired Skills:
- Production
- Manager
- Packaging
Ntice Sourcing Solutions
About the agency
Ntice Sourcing Solutions is a recruitment solutions provider placing professionals across EMEA within all key business functional areas. These business functional areas include: IT, Engineering /Technical, Accounting & Finance, Sales & Marketing, Human Resources, Training and Development, Supply Chain/Procurement, Production and Operations.
Our team is made up of experienced specialist recruiters who are extremely knowledgeable within their chosen field. Our consultants have spent years growing their client and candidate networks which allows them to match candidates to clients quickly. We pride ourselves in ensuring we understand the client brief and focus on placing candidates in companies where they thrive and fit the culture of the business.
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