Executive Plant Manager — Lean Ops, Growth & Innovation

Placements24; Kempton Park; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus and long-term incentives

Relocation assistance

Health insurance and retirement plan

Company car and executive perks

Paid time off and leadership training

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a strategic Manufacturing Plant Manager to lead a large-scale production facility in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will oversee production, maintenance, quality, safety, and environmental compliance while driving efficiency and cost reduction.

The role requires a strong engineering or business background, 10+ years in manufacturing operations, and at least 5 years as a Plant Manager, with lean/Six Sigma expertise and proven P&L oversight.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations management, with at least 5 years in a Plant Manager role.
• Experience with large, complex facilities and unionized workforces is a plus.
• Strong financial acumen with P&L, budgets, and capital expenditures.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of EHS regulations and best practices.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes and technologies.

Responsabilidades

• Direct and manage all plant operations including production, maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, and HR.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve targets, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing plant management team and hourly workforce.
• Oversee capital expenditure budgeting, planning, and execution for improvements and upgrades.
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement across all functions.
• Manage the plant's financial performance including budgeting and cost control.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with supply chain, sales, and R&D to align with business objectives.
• Drive innovation and adoption of new manufacturing technologies.

Conocimientos

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

P&L management

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Unionized workforce experience

Educación

Bachelor's in Engineering or related field

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Herramientas

ERP/BI tooling

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a strategic Manufacturing Plant Manager to lead a large-scale production facility in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will oversee production, maintenance, quality, safety, and environmental compliance while driving efficiency and cost reduction.

The role requires a strong engineering or business background, 10+ years in manufacturing operations, and at least 5 years as a Plant Manager, with lean/Six Sigma expertise and proven P&L oversight.