Manufacturing Operations Lead — Sandton Growth

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead a production facility in Sandton. You will oversee production, quality, safety and efficiency, shaping the strategic direction to ensure targets are met.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management, with extensive operations experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, or related field.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing operations management.
• Deep knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement.
• Excellent financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive results in Sandton.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production processes and enhance efficiency.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staffing for the manufacturing department.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Lead and mentor production teams, fostering continuous improvement.
• Oversee quality control to maintain high product standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and finance to align operations with goals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Budget management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering / Business Management)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead a production facility in Sandton. You will oversee production, quality, safety and efficiency, shaping the strategic direction to ensure targets are met.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management, with extensive operations experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.