Manufacturing Operations Leader – Lean & Six Sigma

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Operations Manager for a leading manufacturer in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role requires hands-on leadership of manufacturing operations, process improvement, budget management, and strict safety compliance.

You will drive lean initiatives (Six Sigma), optimize production processes, and ensure quality control throughout the cycle while managing MES/ERP systems and departmental budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/industrial engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in manufacturing ops with 3+ years supervisory.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality systems.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, meet targets, quality, and safety.
• Lead continuous improvement, waste reduction, and efficiency gains.
• Mentor production supervisors and teams, reinforcing a culture of performance.
• Oversee budgets, resources, and cost control across departments.
• Enforce strict quality control throughout the production cycle.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance in the facility.
• Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, and sales for seamless workflow.
• Maintain equipment reliability via effective maintenance programs.
• Drive lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvements.
• Contribute to strategic planning for future production needs in Mossel Bay.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team leadership

MES/ERP proficiency

Budget management

Manufacturing optimization

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

MES software

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Operations Manager for a leading manufacturer in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role requires hands-on leadership of manufacturing operations, process improvement, budget management, and strict safety compliance.

You will drive lean initiatives (Six Sigma), optimize production processes, and ensure quality control throughout the cycle while managing MES/ERP systems and departmental budgets.