Production Manager Jobs in Cape Town

Hire Resolve is looking for an experienced Production Manager in Cape Town to run daily production operations for a manufacturing business that specialises in wood products, carpentry, shelving, joinery and exhibition stands. This is a permanent role for a hands-on leader who can keep a workshop of around 25 people on schedule, on quality and on target, while sorting out the problems that come up on a busy production floor.

About the company and the work

The role sits with a manufacturing client working in wood products, carpentry, shelving, joinery and exhibition stand production. The successful candidate takes charge of production activities, leads the team, keeps quality standards in place and makes sure production targets are met efficiently. The salary is listed as market related, and the advert notes that the client is offering a highly competitive salary for the role, based on experience.

Role details and duties

• Oversee and coordinate daily production operations.
• Manage and supervise a team of approximately 25 employees.
• Plan and monitor production schedules so that deadlines and targets are achieved.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout the production process.
• Manage workflow, resources and materials to optimise productivity.
• Identify and resolve production challenges and operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Monitor employee performance and maintain productivity levels.
• Be available to work overtime and night shifts when required.

Requirements

Only what the source advert states:

• Proven experience in production management or a similar supervisory role.
• Previous experience managing a team in a manufacturing or workshop environment.
• Strong organisational, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Reliable transport, which the advert states is essential.
• Willingness to work overtime and night shifts when required.
• Highly advantageous: experience in wood manufacturing, carpentry, joinery, shelving or exhibition stand production.

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Careers24 advert for this vacancy, using the Apply button on this page. The advert is listed by Hire Resolve, reference 209659, and applications close on 29 November 2026. The advert also says suitable candidates will be contacted telephonically within 3 days. Do not pay anyone to apply, and do not share bank details or passwords with anyone claiming to process your application.

Practical tips

• Show the size of the teams you have run and the kind of production environment, especially any workshop or manufacturing setting.
• Give examples of schedules you planned and deadlines you met, and how you handled a production problem that threatened output.
• Highlight any wood manufacturing, carpentry, joinery, shelving or exhibition stand experience, since the advert calls it highly advantageous.
• Mention your reliable transport and your willingness to work overtime and night shifts, since both are stated requirements.
• Apply well before the 29 November 2026 closing date.

How the process works

Applications are made through the original Careers24 advert. The advert states that suitable candidates will be contacted telephonically within 3 days, so keep your phone available after applying and confirm the details in the original advert.

Important information

This post is for information only. We are not the employer and we do not handle applications, shortlisting or hiring decisions. Always confirm the details in the original advert before applying.

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