Paarl On-site Operations Trainee — Leadership Path

Placements24

Paarl

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Structured trainee program

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-site in Paarl

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Operations Manager Trainee to join our client’s agri-processing facility in Paarl, Western Cape. The role offers hands-on exposure to production planning, supply chain logistics, quality control, and team supervision.

On-site presence is required to engage with operational teams and drive daily performance. You will work with experienced managers to learn best practices in a dynamic manufacturing environment and develop leadership capabilities for future

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field with leadership exposure.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
Excellent communication and team-building abilities.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing daily production activities for efficiency and quality.
Support production scheduling and resource allocation.
Monitor KPIs and generate operational reports.
Participate in quality control and regulatory compliance.
Assist in inventory and supply chain logistics for materials and finished goods.
Gain exposure to team leadership and employee development.
Support maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and processes.
Contribute to cost-reduction and process improvement projects.
Ensure SHE compliance on the plant floor.
Shadow senior managers to learn strategic planning.