Production Manager

Port Elizabeth, South Africa Posted on 02/12/2026

• Salary Basic + medical aid + provident fund + guaranteed 13th cheque
• State/Province Eastern Cape
• Country South Africa

Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join the Port Elizabeth team,

• Oversee daily operations
• Ensure optimal plant performance, productivity, and equipment uptime
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce waste
• Monitor and manage production targets, KPIs, and turnaround times
• Ensure quality control standards are maintained
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations
• Manage fleet operations where applicable
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers
• Ensure accurate stock control of materials
• Lead, manage, and develop supervisors and operational staff
• Drive performance management and staff productivity
• Prepare and manage operational budgetsMonitor and control operational costs (fuel, maintenance, labour, utilities)
• Analyse operational reports and implement cost saving initiatives
• Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are adhered to
• Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports
• Report on production volumes, efficiencies, safety statistics, and financial performance

• 5-8 years' experience in operations management within a manufacturing, or processing environment
• Proven experience managing large operational teams
• Must be willing to work the occasional Saturday

Basic + medical aid + provident fund + guaranteed 13th cheque