Workshop Manager

Workshop Manager / Director
Durban, South Africa

Senior Leadership Role | Manufacturing Operations

Purpose:
Lead planning, production, and day-to-day operations of manufacturing business; manage a high-capacity gear manufacturer serving mining, construction, and agricultural industries globally.

Role:

• Approx. 70% on the factory shop floor, requiring strong technical background


• Managing ~100 staff members


• Overseeing 2-shift operations


• Reporting to Directors with high autonomy

Machinery & Operations:

• 22 CNC mills/lathes


• 4 CNC gear grinders


• 22 gear shapers/cutters


• 20 hobbing machines

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily workshop operations and production flow