Manufacturing Jobs in Mitchell's Plain

Job Title: Quality Control Assistant Manager
Location: Woodstock
Reports to: Quality Control (QC) Manager

Position Overview

Stingray is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Control Assistant Manager to support the QC Manager in overseeing all quality assurance activities. This role involves taking ownership of assigned tasks from start to completion, ensuring departmental processes are adhered to, managing administrative functions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires strong organisational skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Departmental Administration & Management Support

• Manage the administrative functions of the QC department, ensuring accurate record-keeping, filing, and reporting.
• Take full-circle responsibility for delegated tasks from the QC Manager.
• Ensure all processes and procedures are followed consistently across the department.

1. Reporting & Data Analysis

• Compile and analyse QC data to produce clear, accurate reports for management.
• Monitor and track quality performance metrics.
• Identify trends, recurring issues, and potential areas for improvement.

1. Supplier Engagement & Follow-Up

• Liaise with suppliers to address quality issues, provide feedback, and track resolution progress.
• Follow up on outstanding supplier actions to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to support quality objectives.

1. Research & Process Improvement

• Conduct research on materials, products, and industry best practices to support quality improvements.
• Make recommendations for more efficient working practices and systems.
• Support the implementation of process enhancements and efficiency initiatives.

1. Operational Flexibility

• Work closely with the QC Manager to ensure department objectives are met.
• Be available to work late on occasion, as operational requirements dictate.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in quality control, quality assurance, or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in report writing and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for supplier and internal liaison.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Demonstr
  
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Job Specification – Strategic Production Head

Location: Woodstock
Reports To: Executive Management
Direct Reports: Production Operations Manager

Role Purpose

The Strategic Production Head will provide high-level leadership and oversight of the company's production operations, ensuring that production planning, factory output, and operational efficiency align with business strategy. This role is accountable for maintaining a forward-looking production plan, integrating business intelligence insights into factory operations, and ensuring the production line runs at optimal capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Production Planning
  • Develop and maintain a 12-month rolling production forecast, aligned with sales and operational targets.
  • Ensure a minimum of 4 weeks’ active production line schedule at all times.
  • Anticipate resource, raw material, and capacity needs to prevent downtime and maximise throughput.

 

• Operational Leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and manage the Production Operations Manager, who will report directly to this role.
  • Oversee production line teams, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality standards are consistently met.
  • Implement performance metrics and monitor progress against operational KPIs.

 

• Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Align Business Intelligence (BI) reporting with factory operations to drive performance and cost efficiency.
  • Prepare and present accurate operational reports to executive management, with actionable insights.
  • Analyse SAP production and inventory data to inform decision-making and process improvements.

 

• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with executive management on operational strategy, capacity planning, and business priorities.
  • Act as a key liaison between production, procurement, sales, and logistics teams.
  • Participate in high-level planning meetings to ensure operational readiness for seasonal and product changes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in production management within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in SAP for production planning, reporting, and inventory control.
• Strong track record in managing production teams and optimising line performance.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate BI tools i
  
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Job Title: Customer Service Manager
Location: Cape Town (Head Office) – with travel to Johannesburg as required
Reports to: General Manager of Operations

Position Overview

Stingray is seeking a highly experienced Customer Service Manager to lead our national customer service operations. This role oversees a high-volume, multi-channel service environment, managing both Cape Town and Johannesburg teams, ensuring exceptional service delivery to direct customers and retail partners. The role requires a balance of operational management, process improvement, and strategic oversight to maintain efficiency in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily operations of the Cape Town main hub and Johannesburg team.
• Manage a call centre-style customer service team handling inbound calls from direct customers and retailers, as well as a high-volume administrative email inbox.
• Supervise technicians responsible for product assessments, warranty evaluations, and repairs.
• Manage the Returns Clerk and oversee receiving processes for goods returned.

1. Performance Management & Reporting

• Set clear performance targets and KPIs for all team members.
• Analyse service data, create regular reports, and present actionable insights to senior management.
• Monitor call and email handling efficiency, turnaround times, and service quality.

1. Process Improvement & Efficiency

• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement new processes to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure seamless coordination between customer service, technical, and returns functions.
• Introduce tools and systems that improve workflow and customer experience.

1. Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Engagement

• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve escalated issues promptly.
• Maintain strong relationships with retail partners and other key stakeholders.
• Participate in strategic discussions to align customer service operations with company objectives.

1. Team Development

• Recruit, train, and mentor team members to ensure high performance and engagement.
• Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior customer service management role, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Proven track record of managing ca
  
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Key Responsibilities

As the Production Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that all production processes are efficient, cost-effective, and meet both company and customer requirements. You will oversee the daily operations, ensuring production objectives, targets, and quality standards are met. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and managing all production staff to ensure timely and high-quality production.
• Conducting regular meetings with machine setters to resolve issues, share information, and improve performance.
• Setting production targets (e.g., scrap %, absenteeism %, cycle time) and ensuring they are consistently met.
• Managing production schedules and resources to optimize the use of equipment and personnel.
• Ensuring all production work instructions (including flow charts, setting sheets, inspection instructions, etc.) are up to date and followed.
• Overseeing the ordering of raw materials and ensuring they are available when needed.
• Maintaining adherence to quality management and environmental systems, as well as ensuring workplace safety.
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvements in production processes, equipment, and tooling.
• Conducting periodic reviews to ensure production activities align with procedures and work instructions.
• Collaborating with the quality department to review and address non-conforming products and implement corrective actions.
• Providing leadership when the General Manager is unavailable, ensuring smooth operations.
• Analyzing performance data and preparing reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensuring compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Supervising and training production staff, identifying skills gaps, and ensuring the team is well-equipped to meet production goals.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications:
  
  • Minimum of a Grade 12 Certificate.
  • Degree or Diploma in Manufacturing/Engineering or a related field would be advantageous.
• Experience:
  
  • At least 5 years experience in injection moulding machine setting and optimization.
  • At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience in plastics manufacturing or similar industries is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with databases and management data reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of production processes, quality management systems (QMS), and environmental manag
    
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Our client, a leader in their field based in Howick, is seeking a qualified Fitter and Turner to join their skilled artisan team.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in:

• Fabricating metal parts

• Fitting and assembling components

• Maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment and systems

Requirements:

• Recognised Fitter and Turner qualification

• Strong general engineering background

• Computer literacy

• Understanding of CNC operations

• Interest in and willingness to be involved in tool making

• Ability to work accurately, efficiently, and as part of a team

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision engineering and want to grow your skills in a forward-thinking environment, we’d like to hear from you.

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• Coordinate all activities performed by the Controllers in the Regional CR
• Ensure that the CR is prepared to coordinate emergency related procedures and take control of emergency situations
• Client liaison
• Manage the CR function and staff effectively
• Efficient administration of control room records and reports
• Constantly research and develop new systems
• Monitoring of Video analytics
• Expert knowledge of control room systems i.e Fire Alarms, Intrusion, Parcel systems tracking
• Perform IR functions
• Daily, Weekly & Monthly Reports, Ciims

Preferred qualifications/attributes/skills:

• Ensure comms means are serviceable to receive and instruct on incidents.
• Derive trends from reported incidents or risk related activities and present in user friendly report formats.
• Ensure that all risk reduction elements (CCTV, Alarms, fences, fires systems, guarding, response, procedures, equipment, etc.) are functioning
• Ensure that the CR is prepared to coordinate all emergency related procedures and take overall control of emergency situations
• Ensure Daily site coverage
• General duties and responsibilities
• Minimum 5 years working experience in a Control Room environment
• Control Room & Guarding supervisory/operations experience essential
• Coordinate the activities performed by the Controllers in the Region C
• Available After Hours

Key Responsibilities

• Place and manage daily stock orders for retail stores.
• Monitor stock levels and adjust for seasonal demand.
• Compile and distribute procurement and stock-related reports.
• Follow up on out-of-stock items and back orders.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities.
• Build strong relationships with store managers and internal teams.
• Assist with stock takes and handle overflow calls.
• Apply best practices, including the 5S methodology, to support departmental efficiency.
• Take ownership of tasks and contribute to smooth daily operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Senior Certificate (essential).
• Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Retail Management (advantageous).
• At least 2 years experience in retail procurement or stock control.

We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Supervisor to lead our Quality team at our
Port Elizabeth plant. The successful candidate will ensure the effective implementation and
maintenance of our quality management system and that all manufactured products meet
customer specifications. This role reports to the Quality Manager. 

Key Responsibilities
Audit the quality system and identify failures or gaps.
Supervise, train, and motivate quality personnel.
Prepare and present daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports to management.
Review, file, and follow up on corrective action reports.
Develop and maintain quality work instructions.
Review and manage non-conforming products and deviations/concessions.
Ensure only authorised personnel issue status indicators.
Inspect and record all rework, ensuring records are retained.
Attend quality planning meetings.
Promote the use of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Verify customer approval for all products prior to shipment.
Select and review sample assessments before submission to customers.
Maintain strong quality communication with customers.
Ensure SPC is conducted on designated products during production.
Raise and record quality deficiency reports.
Review and file inspection records for production and incoming material.
Ensure inspection equipment is maintained, calibrated, and in good condition.
Perform reasonable tasks within capability, including cross-functional work during
reduced plant capacity (training provided).

Requirements
Minimum 5 years’ experience in quality control at a supervisory level, preferably in
automotive metal pressing.
Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, and VDA6.3 Audit requirements.
Familiarity with FMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams.
Knowledge of PPAP processes, Product Audits, and Layered Process Audits.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Competencies
Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
Ability to stop production/shipment in cases of non-conformance.
Strong analytical skills for process improvement.
Effective leadership and people management.

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A well established manufacturing company is looking for a skilled Boilermaker / Fabricator to join their maintenance team. This hands on role will support the maintenance and fabrication needs of a high-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements:

• Qualified artisan (welding / fabrication) with proven experience.
• Stainless steel expertise is essential.
• Skilled in Arc, MIG, and TIG welding.
• Able to operate a guillotine, bender, and roller to fabricate machinery and parts.
• Strong general fabrication skills.
• FMCG environment experience will be highly advantageous.
• Team player with a proactive work ethic.
• Willing to work overtime and standby when required.
• Own reliable transport is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform precision stainless steel welding and fabrication for food production equipment.
• Manufacture and assemble components according to engineering specifications.
• Operate workshop machinery safely and efficiently.
• Support the smooth running of production through timely fabrication and repairs.

If you are passionate about your trade, thrive in a fast-moving environment, and take pride in producing quality work, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Note:  Candidate needs to reside in and around the PIETERMARITZBURG region.