Here's an anonymous, recruitment-ready job specification:Production Manager

Location: West Rand, Gauteng Salary: R40,000 – R50,000 CTC per month Industry: Meat Manufacturing / Food Production

A well-established meat processing and manufacturing company on the West Rand is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily factory operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing production output, ensuring food safety and quality standards, leading production teams, and driving operational efficiency within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Plan, manage and oversee daily production activities.

• Ensure production targets, quality standards and delivery deadlines are achieved.

• Lead, supervise and develop production staff.

• Monitor production efficiency and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, hygiene and health & safety standards.

• Manage production schedules, labour allocation and resource planning.

• Monitor product quality and minimise waste.

• Liaise with Maintenance, Quality and Warehouse departments to ensure smooth operations.

• Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions.

• Compile daily, weekly and monthly production reports.

• Control production costs while maintaining operational efficiency.

• Ensure all company policies and standard operating procedures are followed.

• Grade 12 (Matric).

• Relevant qualification in Production Management, Operations Management, Food Technology or a related field will be advantageous.

• Minimum 5 years' production management experience within a meat processing or food manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, food safety and quality management systems.

• Proven experience managing production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills.

• Computer literacy (MS Office; ERP systems advantageous).

• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

• Leadership and people management

• Production planning and scheduling

• Continuous improvement

• Problem-solving and decision-making

• Quality and food safety management

• Cost control and waste reduction

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Salary: R40,000 – R50,000 CTC per month (depending on experience)

• Permanent, full-time opportunity

• Based on the West Rand, Gauteng

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in meat or food manufacturing to join a growing organisation focused on operational excellence and product quality