Manufacturing General Site Manager (Syspro ERP)

Recruitment Web South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Web South Africa is seeking a Manufacturing General Site Manager in Benoni. The ideal candidate must possess at least a qualification in Industrial Engineering and 10+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment, including 5 years in senior management.

Key responsibilities include leading site operations, driving operational excellence, and managing resources effectively. Strong knowledge of Syspro ERP and South African labour legislation is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Working knowledge of South African labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall site operation to achieve targets.
• Drive operational excellence and performance management.
• Manage site resources to optimise productivity and profitability.

Skills

Leadership capability

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Syspro ERP knowledge

Financial acumen

Operational excellence

Education

Qualification in Industrial Engineering or related

Job description

Manufacturing General Site Manager (Syspro ERP), Benoni, Rneg + ben

Qualifications

• Qualification in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management or Business Management.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Demonstrated experience managing a highly mechanised plant with responsibility for production, maintenance, quality and operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and process optimisation principles.
• Sound financial and commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, production planning and cost management.
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Syspro or a similar ERP system.
• Working knowledge of South African labour legislation, health and safety requirements, and environmental compliance standards.
• Proven leadership capability with a track record of building, managing and developing high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall site operation to achieve production, quality, service, cost and safety targets.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, waste reduction, process optimisation and disciplined performance management.
• Manage site resources effectively, including labour, materials, equipment and overheads, to optimise productivity and profitability.
• Oversee maintenance planning and execution to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, statutory requirements, company policies and health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Develop and lead a capable workforce through effective structure, succession planning, training, coaching and employee engagement.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets, forecasts and performance plans for the site.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support business priorities, customer requirements and supply chain performance.
• Contribute to site strategy by identifying risks, opportunities and improvement initiatives that support long-term growth.