Factory Operations Leader | P&L, Sales & Safety

Italtile; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Italtile in Gqeberha is seeking a commercially astute Factory Manager to lead manufacturing, maintenance, sales, administration and budgeting. You will ensure health & safety compliance and drive financial performance and regional growth.

The role requires a Diploma/degree in Engineering, Business or Sales, with advanced Lean/ Six Sigma credentials favored and at least 5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Business or Sales.
• Master’s degree / Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years relevant industry experience.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement/lean tools such as Six Sigma, 5S, Lean Manufacturing.
• Good understanding of South African labour law and industrial relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to all aspects of the operations.
• Overall accountability for all regional activities and operations.
• Ensure compliance with plant policies and OHSA requirements.
• Oversee maintenance of buildings and equipment as well as plant security.
• Monitor quality control and service delivery to customers.
• Drive regional sales towards budget goals and profitability.
• Manage budgeting, expenses and P&L for the branch.
• Foster a high-performance team and enforce safe housekeeping.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Business or Sales

Master’s degree or Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification

Tools

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Job description

Italtile in Gqeberha is seeking a commercially astute Factory Manager to lead manufacturing, maintenance, sales, administration and budgeting. You will ensure health & safety compliance and drive financial performance and regional growth.

The role requires a Diploma/degree in Engineering, Business or Sales, with advanced Lean/ Six Sigma credentials favored and at least 5 years of related experience.