Job Description
About the Role
The Western Cape Factory Manager role is an operationally focused position that requires an individual comfortable working on the shop floor, driving process improvements, and resolving production challenges in real-time. The successful candidate will bring a practical, solutions-driven approach and must be willing to engage directly with teams and processes when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Production Manager in overseeing daily factory operations across multiple departments
- Ensure production flow between Foundry, CNC, Fabrication, and Service is aligned and efficient
- Identify bottlenecks and implement practical, workable solutions to improve throughput
- Monitor production schedules and ensure deadlines are consistently met
- Maintain high standards of quality, ensuring adherence to drawings and specifications
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise productivity and reduce waste
- Supervise and support supervisors, artisans, and shop floor staff
- Ensure effective staff deployment and utilisation across departments
- Work closely with maintenance teams to maximise machine uptime and utilisation
- Enforce health, safety, and housekeeping standards across the factory
- Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions where required
- Step in operationally where needed — including hands-on involvement in resolving production issues
Requirements
- N5 or higher qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- Proven experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment, ideally sheet metal, fabrication, or heavy industrial
- Strong exposure to multi-department production environments
- Solid understanding of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes
- Experience in industries such as HVAC, fans, pumps, compressors, or related equipment advantageous
- Demonstrated ability to manage shop floor operations and teams
Qualifications
No formal education/certifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not provided.
How to Apply
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About Trade/Artisan/Technical Management Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape, with its thriving economy and diverse industries, presents an attractive job market for Trade/Artisan/Technical Management professionals. Typically, these roles are found in sectors such as manufacturing, financial services, technology, and infrastructure development, where hands-on expertise and management skills are highly valued.
In terms of salary expectations, it is generally common to see broad ranges of R600 000 to R1,5 million per annum for Trade/Artisan/Technical Management positions, depending on factors like experience, company size, and industry sector. However, please note that actual salaries can vary significantly based on individual circumstances. Additionally, benefits such as bonuses, allowances, and retirement schemes are often a significant portion of the overall remuneration package.
To excel in this field, common skills required for Trade/Artisan/Technical Management roles include expertise in areas such as quality control, supply chain management, project coordination, and technical troubleshooting. Generally, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with effective communication and leadership abilities, are essential for success in these positions. Additionally, a solid understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards is often necessary.
The Western Cape’s diverse industries frequently employ Trade/Artisan/Technical Management professionals, including those working in the manufacturing sector, technology industry, financial services sector, and infrastructure development projects. These roles require professionals to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, manage day-to-day operations, and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity.
Career development opportunities for Trade/Artisan/Technical Management professionals are common, with many roles offering potential for career progression into senior management positions or specialized technical leadership roles. Typically, experience in a specific industry or sector can lead to greater depth of knowledge and expertise, while taking on additional responsibilities demonstrates leadership abilities and drive.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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