lean manufacturing jobs in Cape Town

A national and international manufacturer is seeking a Technical Production Manager in Cape Town to oversee manufacturing operations focused on CNC machining and welding. The role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise in production processes, and over 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include managing production activities, optimizing...

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Continuous Improvement Plant Lead in Cape Town, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or a related field along with at least 3 years of leadership experience in manufacturing. Responsibilities include leading improvement initiatives and championing Lean Principles. Familiarity with Kaizen and Six Sigma is a plus. This role...

A respected textile manufacturer in Cape Town seeks a Knitting Manager to oversee knitting operations, ensuring quality and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in a textile environment and strong leadership abilities to mentor teams and manage performance effectively. Responsibilities include planning, troubleshooting technical issues, and...

A leading multinational manufacturing company in Cape Town is looking for a Machine Lead to oversee operations at their Epping Mill. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in high-speed production environments, demonstrate strong leadership in achieving production targets while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. In this role, you'll be a key player in creating a...

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Extrusion Production Supervisor in Cape Town. The role involves managing a team of 14 personnel to ensure quality output within the production department, executing projects, and maintaining budget adherence. The ideal candidate has a National Diploma in Engineering, a minimum of 5 years in manufacturing with 3 years in a supervisory...

A manufacturing company based in Cape Town is seeking a mid-level Production Planner to oversee production planning and coordination. The role encompasses converting sales demands into efficient production plans, ensuring on-time delivery, and maintaining quality standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in MS Excel. This position offers a dynamic...

A recruitment firm is seeking a Technical Production Manager in Cape Town to oversee manufacturing operations. The role includes managing CNC machining and welding processes, ensuring efficient production standards, and leading a team. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in production management and a technical degree in engineering. This position offers a competitive...

Group Site Manager: Manufacturing We have an exciting job opportunity based in Cape Town for a Group Site Manager: Manufacturing. Furniture manufacturing experience would be advantageous. The successful incumbent will receive a highly competitive salary. Only candidates with experience and knowledge will be considered. All other CVs will be deleted. No chancers please. The General Site Manager...

Key Responsibilities: - Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to enhance product quality - Inspect and test products or services to ensure they meet quality standards - Monitor production processes to identify areas for improvement - Conduct quality audits and report findings to management - Develop and implement quality control procedures - Collaborate with production teams to...

Production Manager – Amaro Foods / Cape Town Reporting to: Plant Manager Purpose To manage the entire production process, ensuring that specifications are followed and GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practice) are adhered to at all times. To meet all customer product requirements (order quantity and quality). Key Performance Outputs - Ensure proper and accurate production planning - Liaise with...

Job Title Location: Cape Town - Cape Flats (Maccassar - Landsdowne) The successful candidate will implement and maintain integration and co-operation of all aspects within the operation of the Company to ensure effective and efficient production, optimising yields and minimising waste. The candidate will be reporting to the Operations Manager. Duties & Responsibilities - Plan and operate an...

Company Description WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS) is a global Business Process Management (BPM) leader. WNS offers business value to 400+ global clients by combining operational excellence with deep domain expertise in key industry verticals, including Banking and Financial Services, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare, Insurance, Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer Packaged...

Job summary Job summary: The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the manufacturing or production process within the company. Their main role is to ensure that shipping/vessel products are produced efficiently, on time, and within budget while maintaining quality standards. Responsibilities - Planning and organizing production schedules: Create production plans, set...

Welcome to Haleon. Were a purpose-driven world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of just three years since our launch weve grown evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity. About the role This is a critical role in the OPEX Team at the Site and will report into the Site Operational Excellence...

About the role The main role of the Assembly Operator is to assemble electrical and electronic products and associated subassemblies and accessories. Tasks should be performed in accordance to assembly instructions and guidelines which will be in the form of written instructions, approved master samples and/ or thorough in-person training. It is their responsibility to ensure that the products...

About the job Production Manager (e-Commerce/Start-up) Job Title: Production Manager (e-Commerce/Start-up) Start Date: Flexible Location: Cape Town Job Type: On-site | This employment will be on a 12 month contract, open for renewal subject to company and employee performance Salary: Market-Related Requirements - Relevant qualification in production / garment construction / clothing...

Job Title: Production Manager Location: Cape Town - Cape Flats (Maccassar - Landsdowne) The successful candidate will implement and maintain integration and co-operation of all aspects within the operation of the Company to ensure effective and efficient production, optimising yields and minimising waste. The candidate will be reporting to the Operations Manager. Duties & Responsibilities -...

About the job Extrusion Production Supervisor Job purpose: Streamline operational success by managing 14 personnel to ensure quality output within theproduction department. Control, coordinate, direct and develop all activities related to the Production Departments. - Matric - National Diploma in Engineering or related - Knowledge of process improvement, lean manufacturing, managing budget and...

Overview Continuous Improvement Plant Lead Location: Cape Town, South Africa Date posted: Friday, January 9, 2026 Reference: 4116 Responsibilities - Lead improvement initiatives and plant-based improvement activities. - Champion Lean Principles and design/manage the change management process. - Familiarity with Kaizen and Six Sigma is advantageous. Qualifications - Degree in Engineering...

Job Openings Technician (Hydraulics / Electrical / Mechanical) About the job Technician (Hydraulics / Electrical / Mechanical) - Knowledge of one of the following domains: Hydraulics, Electronics, Mechanical, Electricals - Experience with maintenance and repairs on rolling material Responsibilities - Responsible for motivating/ensuring everyone works safely and according to the company's SHEQ...