Head of Operations

MECS Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Operations to lead and enhance manufacturing processes at their global site. This role demands a strategic thinker with extensive experience in production management, capable of driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally to implement effective procurement strategies and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This opportunity offers a balanced work-life environment, making it ideal for those who value both professional and personal growth. Join a team committed to innovation and excellence in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in packaging/production management.
• Degree from a leading university is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement best-in-class manufacturing and production operations.
• Lead projects and ensure compliance with health & safety policies.
• Identify performance improvement opportunities.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Management

Operational Strategy

Procurement Strategy

Stock Control

Education

Degree in Commerce or Similar

Job description

Our Client is looking for Head of Operations who will be based at the global manufacturing site in Boksburg. They will be responsible for strategically and practically contributing to the overall continuous improvement of daily operations, implementing and maintaining where necessary a best-in-class manufacturing operation, as well as leading and contributing to projects identification, development, and implementation. The company prides itself on a balanced lifestyle at work and home life.

POSITION INFO :

The successful candidate will have experience managing diverse teams with varying capabilities in a fast-paced, technical production environment.

Specifically, the Head of Operations will be required to:

1. Implement and maintain where necessary a best-in-class manufacturing and production operation.
2. Draw on relationships with department heads, business partners, and suppliers to make decisions regarding operational activities and goals.
3. Ensure the effective implementation of the company procurement strategy to support a manufacture-to-order and just-in-time business model.
4. Ensure effective stock control throughout receiving, movement, dispatch, and storing of inventory.
5. Serve as primary point of contact for operational issues, working cross-functionally to mitigate their impact on delivering on time and in full, including system, quality, procurement, and maintenance issues.
6. Lead and contribute to operations projects identification, development, and implementation.
7. Identify performance improvement opportunities with their teams.
8. Ensure compliance of all operations departments with company policies relating to health & safety and the quality management system.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in commerce or similar from a leading university; at least 10 years’ experience in a packaging/production management role in an environment; exceptional organisational & leadership skills.

Should you not be contacted within 2 weeks of your application, please accept that it is not successful.