💼 Full-Time Position

FACTORY OPERATIONS MANAGER - MANUFACTURING (DURBAN)

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University of Fort Hare
📍 durban, ethekwini metropolitan municipality, South-Africa
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Location
durban, South-Africa
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Posted
June 26, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

FACTORY OPERATIONS MANAGER - MANUFACTURING (DURBAN)

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Permanent

NEL

Plant and Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Factory Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations within a high-capacity production environment. This senior role involves overseeing shopfloor activities, managing large teams, and ensuring efficient production across multiple processes in a technically demanding setting.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a senior workshop or manufacturing leadership role
  • Strong technical background within machining or heavy engineering environments
  • Experience managing large teams and multi-shift operations
  • Ability to oversee production planning and workflow optimisation
  • Strong problem-solving skills with hands‑on shopfloor involvement
  • Knowledge of CNC machining, gear manufacturing, or similar processes advantageous
  • So...