Factory Manager / Biolermaker

Vine Recruitment

Date: 2 hours ago
City: Paarl, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time

Reference: CPT000443-AE-1

Our client in the Winelands is seeking an experienced and hands-on Factory Manager with a qualified Welder/Boilermaker background to oversee daily manufacturing operations in the Winelands region.

The successful candidate will combine strong technical fabrication skills with proven leadership and production management experience. Responsibilities typically include welding and fabrication oversight, maintenance planning, quality control, production scheduling, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day factory operations and production activities

Lead and supervise workshop and production staff

Oversee welding, fabrication, installation, and maintenance projects

Ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery deadlines are met

Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications

Coordinate preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs

Implement and enforce health, safety, and quality procedures

Manage stock, materials, and workshop equipment

Drive continuous improvement in productivity and efficiency

Liaise with customers, suppliers, and management as required

Minimum Requirements

Qualified Trade-Tested Welder / Boilermaker

Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or engineering environment

Proven experience managing a factory, workshop, or production team

Strong knowledge of welding processes, fabrication, and maintenance

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Excellent leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills

Computer literate

Valid driver's licence

Reside in or be willing to relocate to the Boland area

Please send cv, qualifications, references, salary expectation and photo to: ***email_hidden***