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The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire production cycle, from raw materials to finished products, while ensuring quality, safety and operational efficiency.\n\n𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:\n Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and delivery deadlines.\n Analyse production processes and implement improvements to optimise workflows and productivity.\n Conduct method and time studies to improve efficiency and eliminate unnecessary activities.\n Ensure product quality and compliance with required standards.\n Manage departmental budgets, control costs and minimise material waste.\n Coordinate raw material availability, inventory control and supply chain activities.\n Monitor preventive maintenance schedules to minimise machinery downtime.\n Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.\n Recruit, train, supervise and manage production staff while monitoring performance KPIs.\n Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Procurement and Supply Chain teams to achieve business objectives.\n\n𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:\n Degree in Industrial Engineering (BEng or BEng Tech).\n Minimum 5 years' experience in an equivalent role.\n Strong understanding of garment manufacturing processes.\n Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.\n Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and 5S methodologies.\n Strong management, leadership and communication skills.\n Excellent problem-solving, organisational and time-management abilities.\n Commercial acumen and the ability to work under pressure.\n\nContact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client offers a highly competitive salary based on experience.\n\nApply for this role today, contact Courtney at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.\n\nVisit hireresolve.us or email your CV to: \n\nWe will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.\n\nPackage & Remuneration\nMarket Related\nAbout Us\nHire Resolve is a top recruitment agency in South Africa, connecting businesses with talented professionals across a wide range of industries and locations.\n\nWe help companies recruit and hire skilled professionals across Engineering, Mining, IT, Finance, Manufacturing, Construction, Supply Chain, Logistics, Renewable Energy, Sales, Marketing and more. 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