Plant Manager

Rheinmetall; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee all manufacturing and operational activities in Boksburg. This role involves resource scheduling, production management, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a BSc./B-Tech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and extensive experience in production management, particularly in heat treatment processes. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and offers opportunities for career development while working on major projects in the Weapons and Ammunition Division. If you are a proactive leader with strong problem-solving skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Incentive bonus

Pension fund

Medical Schemes

Stable employer background

Career development opportunities

Subsidized canteen

Employee Assistance Program

Diverse training opportunities

Participation in international activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Production/Manufacturing, 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in heat treatment and knowledge of SAP is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations, production schedules, and budget forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ systems and resolve HR-related issues.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

BSc./B-Tech Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

NQF 7 equivalent qualification

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Spreadsheet software

PowerPoint

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The Plant Manager (Boksburg) will be responsible for all Manufacturing and Operational activities in the Plant. This includes resource scheduling and optimisation in order to supply product safely, on time at the contracted quality standard.

Key Responsibilities

1. Responsible for all daily activities and operations in the respective plant.
2. In conjunction with the production planning section, prepare and manage production schedules. This includes all resources; material, components, facilities, Labour and equipment.
3. Manage, monitor and report production against the Master Production Schedule and participate in risk mitigating actions. The Plant Manager must raise early warning of any risk related to delivery deadlines.
4. Set and manage the operational overheads and Labour budget / forecast.
5. Control and monitor direct cost of manufacturing.
6. Provide inputs and motivations to the CAPEX budget.
7. Communicate, monitor and ensure compliance to all relevant legislation and SHEQ systems, standards & procedures.
8. Recommend, motivate and manage process and equipment changes via the official modification process and Engineering Change Proposal. Co-ordinate the plant modification initiatives.
9. Resolve plant down-time through risk evaluation and task prioritization with the engineering section.
10. Accountable for HR related problems which cannot be resolved at supervisor level. Ensure that performance contracting is maintained as per HR procedures and deadlines.
11. Maintain discipline and comply with company policies, practices and procedures.
12. Support company vision and value system and ensure calibration throughout the team.

What Qualifications You Should Have

1. BSc./B-Tech Degree (Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering) or relevant NQF 7 equivalent qualification.
2. At least 5 years’ experience in the field of Production / Manufacturing with at least 2 years within a supervisory role.
3. Experience on Heat treatment is essential.
4. Knowledge of SAP.
5. Precision or Automotive industries an added advantage.
6. Excellent problem-solving abilities, good judgement and a decision maker.
7. Ability to communicate and operate at a Senior Level.
8. High level of integrity and confidentiality.
9. Must be prepared to work irregular hours.
10. Good interpersonal and public speaking skills.
11. Computer literacy, with good spreadsheet, Power Point presentation and ERP system knowledge.

What We Offer You

1. Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund.
2. Medical Schemes.
3. Stable employer background.
4. Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division.
5. Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing.
6. Career development and progress opportunities.
7. Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes).
8. Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options.
9. Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture.
10. Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do.
11. Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events.