Liquid Processing Operations Lead - Continuous Improvement

Woodlands Dairy (Pty) (Ltd); Oos-Kaap; Presencial; ZAR 900 000 - 1 600 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Woodlands Dairy (Pty) (Ltd) invites a suitably qualified Process Manager to provide operational leadership across our liquid processing operations, focusing on performance, process optimisation and cost management. The role emphasises continuous improvement, people development and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain to drive manufacturing excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in process engineering, leadership and delivering waste

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical or Process Engineering.
• 7–10 years’ experience in dairy/food/FMCG process manufacturing.
• At least 5 years’ leadership/management within manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience in continuous improvement, budget management, yield improvement, waste reduction and cost optimisation.
• Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead safe, efficient and cost-effective liquid processing operations.
• Drive continuous improvement in throughput, quality, reliability, efficiency and waste reduction.
• Improve product yields and reduce process losses.
• Manage departmental OPEX and contribute to CAPEX planning.
• Lead and support manufacturing projects, plant upgrades and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with quality, food safety, regulatory and company standards.
• Develop and lead high-performing teams through coaching and talent development.
• Collaborate across Production, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Process engineering

Continuous improvement

Budget management

Yield improvement

Problem solving

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical or Process Engineering

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Woodlands Dairy (Pty) (Ltd) invites a suitably qualified Process Manager to provide operational leadership across our liquid processing operations, focusing on performance, process optimisation and cost management. The role emphasises continuous improvement, people development and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain to drive manufacturing excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in process engineering, leadership and delivering waste