Factory Production Managet, Sandton

Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 04/14/2026

We are currently recruiting for one of our entities, Applied Welding Technology (AWT). This function oversees production activities i.e. drive productivity, effective coordination, cost control, support for both EHS and quality objectives. Furthermore, this role is critical in ensuring that there is alignment between production and other departments, including management, always.

Duties and responsibilities

Production planning, scheduling and distribution work

Prioritization of jobs

Assessment of project and resource requirements

Completion of jobs within agreed schedule and budget

Proper functioning of production departments

Factory production process improvements

Functional reporting

Working conditions

Primarily based at the factory in Kempton Park

Physical requirements

Annual medical checkup to confirm that employee is medically fit to perform his duties in full.

Requirements Qualifications

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) (mandatory)

Diploma or degree (e.g. Production management, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or similar) (NQF L6) or higher (mandatory)

Welding related qualifications advantageous but not mandatory

Machining qualifications advantageous but not mandatory

Management qualifications advantageous but not mandatory

Understanding of metal fabrication processes fundamentals and tools - mandatory

Understanding of lean manufacturing - mandatory

Computer literacy (Ms office package) - mandatory

Skills

Good communication skills both written and verbal

Good problem-solving skills

Must be able to work under fast paced environment

Experience

10-15 years of experienced in a faced paced metal fabrication factory (or relatable) environment– mandatory

Experience in managing people (direct reports) - mandatory

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