Plant Manager - Automotive Manufacturing

Placements24; Gauteng; Híbrido; ZAR 1.400.000 - 2.000.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Executive training and leadership

Hybrid work model

Career advancement opportunities

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations in Gauteng. You will drive production efficiency, quality, safety, and budget management, with a strong on-site presence and flexible remote planning.

Lead a diverse team, implement lean practices, coordinate with headquarters, manage capital projects, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering strategic targets for the automotive manufacturing facility.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field; MBA desirable.
• 7+ years in plant or senior ops management in automotive manufacturing.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale facilities.
• Strong knowledge of lean, Six Sigma, and IATF 16949 quality systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee plant operations including production, quality, maintenance, logistics, and safety.
• Develop strategic plans to meet targets, reduce costs, and improve quality.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of supervisors and employees.
• Manage plant budget and optimize resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement with lean manufacturing principles.
• Collaborate with corporate HQ on strategic initiatives and reporting.
• Manage supplier and stakeholder relationships.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Team development

Lean manufacturing

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

MBA or advanced degree

Ferramentas

Lean Six Sigma

IATF 16949

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the automotive manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee their operations in **Pretoria, Gauteng**. This role is responsible for the overall management of the plant, ensuring efficient production, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with safety regulations. You will lead a diverse team, drive operational excellence, and manage budgets and resources effectively. The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring a strong presence on-site for operational oversight while allowing for remote flexibility for strategic planning and reporting. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to shape the future of automotive production and contribute to the company's success in a key industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant operations, including production, quality control, maintenance, logistics, and safety.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve production targets, cost efficiencies, and quality objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of supervisors and employees.
• Manage the plant budget, controlling operational expenses and optimizing resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
• Collaborate with corporate headquarters and other departments on strategic initiatives and reporting.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in plant management or senior operations management within the automotive manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale production facilities and driving operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality management systems (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience managing budgets and capital expenditure projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, with significant on-site presence required in Pretoria.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive bonus program tied to plant performance.
• Excellent health insurance, life assurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, leadership training, and executive education.
• Exposure to advanced automotive manufacturing technologies and global best practices.
• A dynamic work environment with significant responsibility and impact.
• Career advancement opportunities within a leading automotive group.