General Manager (Manufacturing)

Zest Worx; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a General Manager to lead their Gqeberha plant. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years in senior management, significant experience in manufacturing, and a proven record as a business leader. Responsibilities include overseeing financial management, ensuring quality control, and developing corporate policies. Fluency in English and Afrikaans is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in senior management in a similar environment.
• At least 5 years experience in manufacturing.
• Proven record as a successful business leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Gqeberha manufacturing plant proactively.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Manage financial performance and quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic development

Quality control

Health and safety standards

Communication in English and Afrikaans

Education

Tertiary qualification relevant to position

Tools

Advanced computer skills

Job description

General Manager (Manufacturing) required in Port Elizabeth.

We are looking for a General Manager who will proactively lead the Gqeberha manufacturing plant.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification that will be relevant to this position
• At least 7 years senior management experience in a similiar environment
• At least 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven track record as a successful business leader
• In depth knowledge of corporate governance and general management best practices
• In depth knowlege of development and implementation of policies and procedures
• Knowledge of strategic development – marketing management, relationship management, sales development
• Experience in financial management
• Experience in quality control and quality assurance measures and management
• Experience and knowledge in health and safety standards
• Experience in managing a maintenance team
• Experiene in managing HR and IR including contracts, skills and development training
• Advanced computer skills
• Proficient in verbal and written English and Afrikaans