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Production Manager (Textile) (JB5706)
Lansdowne, Cape Town, Western Cape · ManufacturingProduction Manager (Textile) (JB5706)
Lansdowne, Cape Town
R40 000 – R60 000 CTC per month (depending on experience, includes company provident fund)
Permanent | Full-Time
An established manufacturer of premium bed linen and home décor products is seeking a seasoned Production Manager to lead operations at its Lansdowne facility. With a team of 40 staff and a long-standing presence in the wholesale, retail, and hospitality sectors, this is a hands-on leadership role focused on efficiency, discipline, and production excellence.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving output, maintaining strict quality standards, and ensuring cost-effective production processes as the company continues to expand into national retail and hospitality markets. This is a long-term operational leadership role suited to someone who values stability, discipline, and sustained growth.
Minimum Requirements:
Tertiary qualification in Textile Technology, Production Management, or Industrial Engineering
Minimum 5+ years proven managerial experience in a Factory or Production Manager role within the textile manufacturing industry (non-apparel).
Direct experience in homeware textiles (bedding, cushions, soft furnishings) is essential – apparel-only experience will not be considered.
Demonstrated success implementing time studies, line balancing, and efficiency systems in a production environment.
Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and their practical application.
Excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal); proficiency in another official South African language advantageous.
Ability to commute reliably to Lansdowne, Cape Town, or willingness to relocate prior to start date.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Production Planning & Efficiency: Develop and manage detailed production schedules to ensure deadlines for retail, wholesale, and hospitality sectors are consistently met.
Quality Control: Enforce strict QC processes across cutting, sewing, and finishing to minimise errors and returns.
Cost & Waste Management: Apply lean methodologies to reduce material waste, optimise labour, and improve cost-per-unit.
Team Leadership: Lead and maintain a disciplined, productive team of supervisors and production staff. Mentor and train staff to bridge skills gaps.
Machinery & Maintenance: Oversee sewing, cutting, and production equipment to ensure optimal operation and minimal downtime.
Operational Discipline: Focus exclusively on factory-floor performance – IR is managed externally.
What’s in it for you?
Join a stable, growing business with nearly three decades of operations.
Opportunity to lead production in a premium South African textile manufacturer.
Permanent role with provident fund and competitive salary package.
A leadership position with long-term career stability and the chance to implement lasting operational excellence.
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
IMPORTANT: We specialize in specific niche fields. Regret that we are unable to provide assistance for any fields outside of this scope. Fields can be viewed on our website.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.
Lansdowne, Cape Town
R40 000 – R60 000 CTC per month (depending on experience, includes company provident fund)
Permanent | Full-Time
An established manufacturer of premium bed linen and home décor products is seeking a seasoned Production Manager to lead operations at its Lansdowne facility. With a team of 40 staff and a long-standing presence in the wholesale, retail, and hospitality sectors, this is a hands-on leadership role focused on efficiency, discipline, and production excellence.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving output, maintaining strict quality standards, and ensuring cost-effective production processes as the company continues to expand into national retail and hospitality markets. This is a long-term operational leadership role suited to someone who values stability, discipline, and sustained growth.
Minimum Requirements:
Tertiary qualification in Textile Technology, Production Management, or Industrial Engineering
Minimum 5+ years proven managerial experience in a Factory or Production Manager role within the textile manufacturing industry (non-apparel).
Direct experience in homeware textiles (bedding, cushions, soft furnishings) is essential – apparel-only experience will not be considered.
Demonstrated success implementing time studies, line balancing, and efficiency systems in a production environment.
Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and their practical application.
Excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal); proficiency in another official South African language advantageous.
Ability to commute reliably to Lansdowne, Cape Town, or willingness to relocate prior to start date.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Production Planning & Efficiency: Develop and manage detailed production schedules to ensure deadlines for retail, wholesale, and hospitality sectors are consistently met.
Quality Control: Enforce strict QC processes across cutting, sewing, and finishing to minimise errors and returns.
Cost & Waste Management: Apply lean methodologies to reduce material waste, optimise labour, and improve cost-per-unit.
Team Leadership: Lead and maintain a disciplined, productive team of supervisors and production staff. Mentor and train staff to bridge skills gaps.
Machinery & Maintenance: Oversee sewing, cutting, and production equipment to ensure optimal operation and minimal downtime.
Operational Discipline: Focus exclusively on factory-floor performance – IR is managed externally.
What’s in it for you?
Join a stable, growing business with nearly three decades of operations.
Opportunity to lead production in a premium South African textile manufacturer.
Permanent role with provident fund and competitive salary package.
A leadership position with long-term career stability and the chance to implement lasting operational excellence.
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
IMPORTANT: We specialize in specific niche fields. Regret that we are unable to provide assistance for any fields outside of this scope. Fields can be viewed on our website.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.