FMCG Production Operations Manager | Hybrid + Car Allowance

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive medical aid and Providen

Company vehicle or car allowance

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 leads FMCG manufacturing and seeks an experienced Operations Manager to optimize production at the Vereeniging facility. You will drive efficiency, safety and quality while leading teams and strategizing improvements.

The role requires a hands-on leader who can balance on-site management with long-term planning, aiming for cost control and continuous performance enhancement within a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical) or related field plus Operations Management.
• Minimum 6 years in FMCG operations management with proven improvement track record.
• Experience leading large production teams and managing budgets.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and production planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing and production processes ensuring efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize output, reduce waste, and control costs.
• Lead production supervisors, line operators, and support staff, ensuring safety and productivity.
• Maintain rigorous quality control and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Manage operational budget including labor, materials, and overhead costs.
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement and logistics to ensure smooth material flow.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean or Six Sigma to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental regulations are followed; implement maintenance schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Production planning

Quality control

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 leads FMCG manufacturing and seeks an experienced Operations Manager to optimize production at the Vereeniging facility. You will drive efficiency, safety and quality while leading teams and strategizing improvements.

The role requires a hands-on leader who can balance on-site management with long-term planning, aiming for cost control and continuous performance enhancement within a hybrid work setup.