Manufacturing Executive - Cape Town

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Full-time Other-General
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Location
cape town, city of cape town metropolitan municipality, South-Africa
Posted
July 26, 2026

Job Description

A leading precision manufacturing organisation is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Executive to take full accountability for its high-volume, unionised production environment. This is a senior leadership role with direct responsibility for operational excellence, strategic alignment, and people development across a 24/6 manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct the entire manufacturing function with full P&L accountability.

  • Translate sales plans into dynamic capacity and production schedules.

  • Champion strict ERP compliance and data-driven decision-making.

  • Drive productivity, quality, and waste reduction through Lean/WCM methodologies.

  • Lead and coach a team of ~119 staff, including 6 direct reports.

  • Ensure compliance with ISO standards, OHS, and statutory regulations.

  • Collaborate with executives on strategic operational...