Manufacturing Operations Lead – Lean & Kpi‐Driven

Dante Personnel Recruitment; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus structure

Global health insurance coverage

Remote work stipend and home office

Professional development and executive

Flexible working hours and autonomy

Direct impact on global strategy

Job summary

Dante Personnel Recruitment is seeking a Remote Senior Manufacturing Operations Lead for a global component manufacturer. You will oversee dispersed sites, set strategic plans, and drive excellence from anywhere using advanced collaboration tools.

This role requires 10+ years in manufacturing ops, 5+ in senior leadership, and expertise in Lean/Six Sigma. You will mentor remote managers, improve OEE, quality, safety, and cost while aligning with global standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• 10+ years in manufacturing ops, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven multi-site ops leadership experience.
• Lean/Six Sigma expertise.
• Strong remote leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic operational plans to achieve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Oversee multiple sites and standardize processes and best practices.
• Lead remote operations managers and teams, driving continuous improvement.
• Drive KPIs related to production output, OEE, scrap reduction, and on-time delivery.
• Implement Lean initiatives and other optimization programs.
• Ensure health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance across sites.
• Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, and product development teams.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor performance and identify intervention opportunities.
• Manage budgets and resource allocation.
• Facilitate effective remote communication across distributed teams.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Remote team leadership

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/Operations/Management

Tools

Advanced manufacturing software

Data analytics tools

Collaboration platforms

ERP systems

Job description

Remote Senior Manufacturing Operations Lead

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in specialized component manufacturing, is seeking an experienced and strategic Remote Senior Manufacturing Operations Lead. This role is pivotal in overseeing and optimizing manufacturing operations across various sites, ensuring adherence to global standards for efficiency, quality, and safety. You will be responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing best practices, and fostering innovation within a geographically dispersed team. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in large-scale manufacturing, a proven track record of leading operational improvements, and exceptional remote management capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing operations from anywhere, leveraging advanced communication and collaboration tools. You will play a critical role in ensuring seamless production and strategic alignment across all our client's manufacturing facilities, contributing significantly to their global success. The remote nature of this position allows for unparalleled flexibility while maintaining high-impact leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic operational plans to achieve company objectives for efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Oversee the performance of multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring standardized processes and best practices are implemented.
• Lead and mentor remote operations managers and production teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Drive key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production output, OEE, scrap reduction, and on-time delivery.
• Implement and manage Lean Manufacturing initiatives and other process optimization programs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations across all sites.
• Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, and product development teams to optimize the end-to-end manufacturing process.
• Utilize advanced data analytics and reporting tools to monitor operational performance and identify areas for intervention.
• Manage operational budgets and ensure cost-effective resource allocation.
• Facilitate effective remote communication and collaboration among distributed teams.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in leading and improving complex, multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate remote teams effectively.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain, quality management, and EHS principles.
• Proficiency in using advanced manufacturing software, data analysis tools, and collaboration platforms.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally as required for site visits or key meetings.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive global health insurance coverage.
• Generous remote work stipend and home office support.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and executive training.
• Flexible working hours and complete autonomy in managing your schedule.
• Direct impact on global manufacturing strategy and operations.