Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
Market related
Posted
04 Jun 2026
Closes
04 Jul 2026
Jobs in Manufacturing
Manufacturing Manager
Role Overview
GAP Consulting is hiring a Manufacturing Manager in Durban. The role is suited to someone who can bring discipline, judgement and steady execution to keeping technical work accurate, practical and aligned to operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the team by managing must have a minimum of 5 to 8 years experience within a Production or Industrial Manufacturing environment.
- Keep momentum on relevant Tertiary Qualification in Production | Manufacturing | Operations Management | Industrial Engineering | Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Support the team by managing experience within Adhesives | Chemicals | Plastics | Coatings or related manufacturing environments advantageous.
- Take responsibility for the core day-to-day work expected of a Manufacturing Manager.
- Work with colleagues, customers or suppliers to keep work moving and issues visible.
Requirements
- 5 to 8 years of relevant experience
- Good planning habits, attention to detail and reliable follow-through.
- Comfort working to agreed standards while adapting when operational needs change.
- Relevant qualifications or certifications will strengthen the application where required by the employer.