Manufacturing Operations Manager - Mining Equipment

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead a Polokwane production facility. You will drive efficiency, quality, safety and cost-effectiveness across large-scale mining equipment operations in Limpopo.

The role requires 10+ years in manufacturing operations, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role, and a proven track record in lean, Six Sigma and budgeting. An MBA is a plus; strong leadership and strategic planning are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical) or Operations Management.
• MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing large manufacturing facilities (e.g., 100+ employees).
• Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence tools.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget management and cost control.
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and strategic planning skills.
• In-depth knowledge of heavy equipment manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and quality management systems.
• Ability to drive change and foster a culture of continuous improvement in the Limpopo region.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all manufacturing operations, including planning, shop floor management, quality control, and supply chain coordination.
• Develop strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Lead and develop the manufacturing team, fostering a culture of high performance, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Drive the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Manage departmental budgets and capital expenditure plans.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and other departments to meet customer demands and market requirements.
• Monitor KPIs and take corrective actions as needed to achieve targets.
• Maintain and upgrade production facilities and equipment to ensure optimal performance in Polokwane.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Cost control

Safety awareness

Team-building

Continuous improvement

Change management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical) or Operations Management

MBA or Master's degree

Tools

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty mining equipment, is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead their production facility in Polokwane, Limpopo . This senior leadership role is responsible for the overall management of manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record in managing large-scale production environments, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and leading diverse teams to achieve ambitious targets. This is a critical opportunity to shape the operational future of a key player in the mining equipment sector within the broader Manufacturing & Production industry.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of the manufacturing operations, including production planning, shop floor management, quality control, and supply chain coordination. Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality. Manage and develop the manufacturing team, fostering a culture of high performance, safety, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Drive the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and other operational excellence methodologies. Manage departmental budgets and capital expenditure plans. Collaborate with engineering, sales, and other departments to meet customer demands and market requirements. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective actions as needed to achieve targets. Maintain and upgrade production facilities and equipment to ensure optimal performance in Polokwane .

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical) or Operations Management. An MBA or Master's degree is a plus. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Proven experience in managing large manufacturing facilities (e.g., 100+ employees). Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence tools. Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget management and cost control. Excellent leadership, team-building, and strategic planning skills. In-depth knowledge of heavy equipment manufacturing processes. Strong understanding of safety regulations and quality management systems. Ability to drive change and foster a culture of continuous improvement in the Limpopo region.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive executive salary package, including a generous bonus structure, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, and other executive-level perks. This position provides a significant opportunity for career advancement and the chance to lead impactful initiatives within a globally recognized organization. You will be instrumental in driving the success of our manufacturing operations in Limpopo , working within a challenging yet rewarding environment.