Production Manager (Print&Manufacturing Operations), Pretoria

Production Manager (Print&Manufacturing Operations)

Location:

Gezina, Pretoria Position Type:

Full-Time | On-Site Salary:

R18,000– R25,000 per month (depending on experience) Start Date:

ASAP

About the Opportunity A busy

print, signage, and manufacturing production facility

in Pretoria is seeking a

hands-on Production Manager

to take ownership of day-to-day production operations.

This is a

leadership role on a high-output production floor , responsible for planning workflow, supervising production staff, ensuring quality standards, and delivering jobs on time.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining

production discipline, workflow efficiency, and consistent product quality .

This role suits someone who enjoys

managing people, solving operational challenges, and improving production processes .

Key Responsibilities Production Planning&Workflow Management

Build and execute

daily and weekly production schedules .

Ensure jobs are fully prepared before entering production.

Monitor

work-in-progress (WIP)

and enforce dispatch deadlines.

Coordinate with client services and sales teams on job priorities.

Production Floor Leadership

Supervise production staff and ensure productivity targets are met.

Allocate labour according to workflow requirements.

Conduct

daily team briefings and operational reviews .

Maintain discipline and accountability across the production floor.

Quality Control

Implement and enforce strict

quality assurance procedures .

Conduct inspections at key production stages.

Reduce rework, spoilage, and production errors.

Operational Efficiency

Identify bottlenecks and improve workflow efficiency.

Track downtime and equipment performance.

Monitor material usage and waste.

Reporting

Prepare regular reports on:

Production output vs targets

Delivery performance

Waste and reprints

Equipment downtime

Production backlog

Requirements

3–7+ years’ experience

in production management.

Background in

printing, signage, packaging, or manufacturing environments .

Proven ability to manage

production scheduling and staff performance .

Strong operational leadership and problem-solving skills.

Technical Skills

Strong

Excel / Google Sheets reporting capability

Experience with

production workflow systems or job-ticketing software

What This Role Offers

Opportunity to

lead a high-output production site

Stable long-term employment

Ability to shape operational improvements

Hands-on leadership role with real impact

Applications to : Attention: Butch Mollett Email: WhatsApp : +27 83 689 4769

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