A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (chemistry, chemical engineering, engineering, manufacturing or related field) Strong knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements and quality management systems (with specific reference to ISO 22716 (GMP for Cosmetics) Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). Must be able to accurately calculate and prepare costings for formulations. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all Research and Development projects from brief to final product. Develop and formulate new projects; evaluate and provide recommendations regarding the application of new ingredients and processing technologies. Oversee and manage all aspects of the manufacturing process for personal care, including compounding. Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing schedules to meet demand forecasts and delivery deadlines. Ensure stringent adherence to regulatory standards - ISO 22716 (GMP for Cosmetics) throughout all manufacturing stages, fostering a culture of quality and compliance. Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Address formulation challenges such as viscosity shifts, phase separation, and stability concerns during manufacturing. Efficiency & Cost Management: Optimize batch sizes, raw material usage, and processing times to enhance productivity. Optimize inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to minimize waste and storage costs while meeting production needs. Manage and motivate manufacturing team. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Personal Care Product Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pepper Tree Bath and Body by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Production Manager” roles. Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 days ago Epping, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago DC Operations Manager (Brackengate DC Cape Town) City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago Production Supervisor (Meltshop) - SA Steelworks Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 month ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 months ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 day ago Assistant Manager - Operations - Telecommunications Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago Client Success Manager (Podcast Company) Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa $800.00-$1,300.00 3 months ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 day ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago Assistant Manager - Operations - Telecoms-South Africa Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 21 hours ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 month ago City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago Factory Manager - Lighting Manufacturing Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 6 days ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 months ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 months ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 days ago Montague Gardens, Western Cape, South Africa 11 hours ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 days ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 21 hours ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 days ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 days ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago Montague Gardens, Western Cape, South Africa 9 hours ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr