Production Manager at Epiroc

Your mission as a Production Manager

• As Production Manager, you will lead and develop Epiroc’s operations at the Production Centre Chamdor (PC Chamdor) in alignment with the Epiroc Way, ensuring compliance with both local and global standards.
• Your mission is to contribute to positioning PC Chamdor as the industry benchmark in utility vehicles and low-profile underground machines manufacturing. You will ensure an injury free workplace, where world-class quality products are delivered on time with the shortest possible lead time and lowest possible cost.
• You will set the strategic direction for production, in line with the PC’s overall strategy, ensure you have a high performing team and ensure an agile, competitive and future proof production.

What you’ll do

• Champion a Safety Always mindset across all operations
• Develop and execute long-term Sustainability roadmaps in line with Epiroc 2030 targets
• Improve production quality through standardized processes, staff upskilling, and optimized testing procedures.
• Align operations with global production centres (PCs) for agility and customer-centric performance.
• Develop a roadmap to achieve Epiroc Flow Level 2, targeting 5% annual productivity improvement and 30% lead-time reduction.
• Lead automation and digital transformation to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
• Drive production capacity planning and forecasting in collaboration with R&D and Supply Chain.
• Design a flexible staffing strategy including subcontracting to manage market fluctuations with agility and speed
• Build and empower a high-performing, psychologically safe, and agile team.
• Implement strategic direction for your department, ensuring clarity of mission, communication, and accountability.
• Deliver on PC Chamdor committed targets and performance KPIs - supporting the organization with on time, cost effective and quality assured production.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to capture new business opportunities, optimize internal efficiencies, and support new product lines.

What you’ll bring

• Proven track record in modern production management within the South African manufacturing context.
• A degree in Industrial Engineering and/or any other related qualification.
• An additional business/commercial related qualification could be advantageous.
• Strong leadership experience in production environments.
• Expertise in financial analysis, planning, procurement, and quality assurance.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Ability to thrive within a matrix organization and drive collaboration across teams.

Who you are

• Strategic and resilient leader with a focus on building high-performing teams.
• Collaborative problem-solver who thrives on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Growth-oriented and committed to excellence.

Closing Date: 12 November 2025